Skilled- CNC Operator

Monroechamber; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroechamber in Kenosha, WI is seeking an experienced CNC Mill Operator to join its manufacturing team on the 2nd shift. Responsibilities include operating CNC milling machines, interpreting blueprints, and making offset adjustments to meet blueprint specifications.

Candidates should be proficient with precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and thread gauges, and work independently after training.

Qualifications

• Previous CNC milling experience required.
• Strong blueprint-reading skills.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC milling machines to produce parts according to specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions
• Perform machine edits and make necessary offset adjustments
• Understand and utilize tool offsets within CNC machines
• Change tooling as needed during production
• Inspect finished parts to verify dimensional and quality requirements
• Use precision measuring and inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, surface testers, and height stands/gauges
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments to maintain part quality
• Identify tooling or machining issues and make appropriate corrections
• Maintain accurate production and inspection documentation
• Follow established safety, quality, and housekeeping procedures

Skills

CNC milling experience

Blueprint reading

Detail orientation

Tools

CNC milling machines

Calipers

Micrometers

Thread gauges

Surface testers

Height gauges

Job description

Position Title: CNC Operator Wage: $24.00 - $26.00/hour Shift: 2nd Hours: 3:30pm - 1:30am (Monday - Thursday)

A well-established manufacturing company in Kenosha, WI is restarting its 2nd shift and is seeking experienced CNC Mill Operators to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled CNC operators who are comfortable working independently, making machine adjustments, and producing precision parts to blueprint specifications. Candidates should have a solid CNC milling background and be confident using precision measuring equipment. Some initial training may take place toward the end of 1st shift before transitioning fully to the regular 2nd-shift schedule.

CNC Operator Responsibilities:

• Operate CNC milling machines to produce parts according to specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions
• Perform machine edits and make necessary offset adjustments
• Understand and utilize tool offsets within CNC machines
• Change tooling as needed during production
• Inspect finished parts to verify dimensional and quality requirements
• Use precision measuring and inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, surface testers, and height stands/gauges
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments to maintain part quality
• Identify tooling or machining issues and make appropriate corrections
• Maintain accurate production and inspection documentation
• Follow established safety, quality, and housekeeping procedures

Requirements for CNC Operator:

• Previous CNC milling experience required
• Strong blueprint-reading skills
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, surface testers, height stands, and other precision measuring equipment
• Working knowledge of CNC edits and offsets
• Basic understanding of changing tooling and adjusting tool offsets
• Ability to inspect your own work and recognize when adjustments are necessary
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality parts
• Ability to work independently on 2nd shift after training

Please be prepared for our AI recruiter to ask these mandatory questions:

• How many years of hands-on CNC milling experience do you have?
• Are you comfortable reading blueprints and using them to verify dimensions and tolerances while machining parts?
• Which precision measuring and inspection tools have you used regularly?
• What adjustments can you make independently on a CNC mill when a part begins running out of tolerance?
• Are you comfortable changing tooling, setting or adjusting tool offsets, and making basic CNC program edits when needed?

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