Tool Maker Machinist in Waukesha, Wisconsin at Wisconsin Metal Parts LLC

Our growing machining department is looking for a skilled machinist to join our team to serve our machining and stamping departments; position will be in a fast paced job shop environment.

Ideal candidates have strong CNC set-up skills, on the job experience as a tool maker and a solid foundation of programming experience with a desire to grow this skill set.

Flexible 1st shift hours, high work variety, and great benefits! Apply Today to join our growing team!

Position Responsible for:

• Completing all new or repeat set-ups, including tooling/fixture selection
• Machining operations for both routine parts or those with very close/intricate print tolerances, high end/aesthetic finishes
• Assist with design/development of new programs from scratch, in both 2D and 3D applications proving out new parts
• Actively assist in leading part/process improvements for profitability: improved cycle times, tooling life, quality, general efficiencies
• Read/interpret part prints and complete all quality processes as required per part
• Assist in secondary part production operations as needed to support workload/customer demand
• Assist in routine daily machine & cell maintenance

Starting pay will be based on prior related set-up/programming experience

Preferred & Required Qualifications:

• 2 or more years prior experience setting up, operating, troubleshooting CNC milling or turning equipment.
• Previous experience machining components/features for a stamping dies preferred.
• Strong knowledge of machining principles, best practices, and tooling applications
• Advanced blueprint reading ability, including some GD&T interpretation
• Strong set-up and troubleshooting skills, working knowledge of G&M Codes
• Some prior experience creating/proving out new part programs from scratch required; desire to learn 3D programming applications
• Ability to lift raw material or finished goods up to 40 pounds, handle regular repetitive movements required in operations or material/part handling
• Able to stand for up to 8-10 hours per day with minimal break periods, and sit or walk as needed