Thermal Spray Technician - Join a Highly Skilled Team - Menomonee Falls, WI

ACE PRECISION MACHINING LLC; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Match

Paid Vacation

9 Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Events

Job summary

ACE Precision Machining LLC in Menomonee Falls, WI, seeks a detail-oriented technician to prepare parts for thermal spray processes, mask and coat, and operate coating equipment. You will read process documents, interpret drawings, and work with fixtures and robotics to ensure quality.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 6+ months of related experience, with strong manual dexterity and basic math skills. Multiple shift options with overtime are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 6+ months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, routings, safety rules, and procedure manuals.
• Strong manual dexterity, steady hands, and good hand-eye coordination.
• Basic math skills, including fractions and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts for thermal spray processes, including proper cleaning, handling, and surface preparation.
• Mask, blast, blend, or strip parts as required to meet process and quality requirements.
• Pull and stage materials, tools, and equipment needed for each coating operation.
• Operate thermal spray equipment to apply coatings using manual, semi-automated, or automated processes.
• Interpret detailed sketches, routings, and process control documents to understand dimensions, tolerances, and operation sequences.
• Fit and position parts using fixtures, jigs, and robotic equipment as required.
• Perform thermal spray operations on a wide range of alloys, including similar and dissimilar materials.
• Visually inspect coatings, identify potential defects, and communicate quality concerns.
• Demonstrate proficiency in thermal spray processes, including passing Level 2 written and practical qualification tests.
• Work closely with senior technicians and engineering to ensure process consistency and continuous improvement.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Men Falls - Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: 1st shift (M-F 7a-3:30p)

Ace Precision is an internationally recognized supplier to the Aerospace, Power Generation, Defense, and Space industries. Our advanced coating capabilities play a critical role in protecting high-performance components—and our technicians are at the heart of that success.

If you take pride in precision work, enjoy hands-on technical processes, and want to grow your skills in a clean, well-run environment.

WHY TECHNICIANS CHOOSE US:

• Clean, organized, and safety-focused workstations
• Modern thermal spray equipment and tooling
• Long-tenured technicians who provide hands-on mentorship and on-the-job training
• Predictable schedules with voluntary overtime
• A culture that respects your skill, your time, and your safety

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Prepare parts for thermal spray processes, including proper cleaning, handling, and surface preparation
• Mask, blast, blend, or strip parts as required to meet process and quality requirements
• Pull and stage materials, tools, and equipment needed for each coating operation
• Operate thermal spray equipment to apply coatings using manual, semi-automated, or automated processes
• Interpret detailed sketches, routings, and process control documents to understand dimensions, tolerances, and operation sequences
• Fit and position parts using fixtures, jigs, and robotic equipment as required
• Perform thermal spray operations on a wide range of alloys, including similar and dissimilar materials
• Visually inspect coatings, identify potential defects, and communicate quality concerns
• Demonstrate proficiency in thermal spray processes, including passing Level 2 written and practical qualification tests
• Work closely with senior technicians and engineering to ensure process consistency and continuous improvement

WHAT EXPERIENCE YOU NEED:

• High school diploma or GED
• 6+ months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and understand drawings, routings, safety rules, and procedure manuals
• Strong manual dexterity, steady hands, and good hand-eye coordination
• Basic math skills, including fractions and decimals

GREAT BENEFITS

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(K) Match up to 8%
• A Work-Life Balance
• Multiple shift options include day and night shifts with 10% shift premium and compressed work week
• Paid Vacation & Personal Time, and 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program Reimbursements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Safety Reimbursement (weld helmets, safety glasses, safety shoes, custom molded hearing protection)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company meals, events, and parties!

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.