CNC Machinist

EXODUS GLOBAL•Superior, WI

1d•$25 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Machinist is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC machines to manufacture precision components for hydraulic attachments used in heavy equipment. This role involves interpreting technical drawings, programming CNC equipment, and ensuring parts meet exact specifications and quality standards. You will work with a variety of materials, including high-strength steels and alloys, and collaborate with engineering and fabrication teams to optimize production efficiency. Strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement are essential for success in this position. Shifts: 1st (6:00 - 2:00 p.m.), 2nd (2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.) or 3rd (10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.)

Requirements

Minimum of 2-year Tech school Associate's degree/Technical Diploma
Ability in reading and interpreting blueprints, inspecting parts with calipers, bore gages, micrometers, etc. required
Must know G & M codes and must be skilled in shop math
Must have experience setting up, and operating large milling centers
Ability to perform close tolerance work
Strong problem-solving skills
Possess a proactive, positive attitude and a strong sense of self-motivation, accountability and responsibility

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of 5 Axis Machining helpful, but not necessary

Responsibilities

Edit programs, setup and run all CNC and Manual Mills and Lathes
Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations and setup requirements
Measures, marks and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machining
Selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders and shapers
Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input or edit computerized machine control media
Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required
Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications
Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data
Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers or others to resolve machining problems
Perform machine maintenance as needed
Organize and keep clean work area and machine throughout shift
Perform production work as required and assigned by Supervisor (Manual turning & milling, etc.)