Wire/EDM Specialist - 1st Shift

Ultra Tool & Manufacturing; Village of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Tool & Manufacturing in Germantown, WI is seeking an experienced Wire EDM Programmer to set up and operate precision EDM machines. You will develop programs, machine components to tight tolerances, and perform routine maintenance to maximize uptime.

You will also optimize unattended runs and support after-hours operations. A strong background in math, blueprints, and computer skills is required, with 5–7 years of wire EDM experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires 5–7 years of wire EDM experience and/or training.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong computer proficiency, advanced math, and blueprint reading.

Responsibilities

• Develop wire EDM programs for efficient machining.
• Machine components to required tolerances and deadlines.
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on EDM equipment.
• Optimize unattended machine run time through effective programming and setup.
• Monitor and support after-hours and weekend machine operation.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Advanced math

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Wire EDM machines

Job description

Basic Function

Program, set up, and operate Wire EDM machines to manufacture precision components while maximizing machine efficiency and uptime.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop wire EDM programs for efficient machining.
• Machine components to required tolerances and deadlines.
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on EDM equipment.
• Optimize unattended machine run time through effective programming and setup.
• Monitor and support after-hours and weekend machine operation.

Education & Experience

• Skills: Computer proficiency, advanced math, blueprint reading.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 5–7 years of wire EDM experience and/or training.
• Certification: None required.