CNC Set-Up Operator/Programmer in Waukesha, Wisconsin at Wisconsin Metal Parts LLC

Our growing machining department is looking for a skilled CNC Set-Up Operator 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 have either have programming experience or a desire to grow this skill set. Willing to train motivated candidates!

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 equipment.
• Previous experience machining components/features for a stamping dies preferred but not necessarily required.
• 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 parts preferred
• 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