CNC Setup Operator

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Employment Type: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd shift available.

Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

We are seeking an experienced CNC Supervisor to lead daily machining operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on, shop-floor leadership role responsible for supporting CNC operators, resolving production and quality issues in real time, and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate leads from the floor, communicates clearly, and holds teams accountable while developing talent.

This position offers strong visibility with leadership and opportunities for career growth within a growing organization.

• Lead and support daily CNC production activities to meet safety, quality, and delivery goals.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor CNC operators; assign work and monitor performance.
• Actively troubleshoot machining, programming, tooling, and process issues to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Monitor part quality and stop production when issues are identified; escalate concerns to Quality, Maintenance, or Engineering as needed.
• Enforce safety standards, work instructions, and SOPs while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Train and onboard new employees on machine operation, quality expectations, and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Scheduling to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate production, labor, and basic machine maintenance records.
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities across people, processes, and equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of CNC machining experience; prior lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong working knowledge of CNC machines, tooling, and machining processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Proven leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Stable, growth-oriented CNC machining environment
• Leadership visibility and advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to develop people and processes in a hands-on role

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)