CNC Set Up Machinist - 2nd & 3rd Shift

WELDALL MANUFACTURING INC • Waukesha, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Weldall Manufacturing is hiring experienced CNC Set-Up Machinists with expertise in machining heavy weldments using open-table Vertical Machining Centers, Horizontal Machining Centers, and Horizontal Boring Mills. This role is responsible for independently setting up, machining, and troubleshooting in a low-volume, high-mix job shop environment. This is a hands-on position for someone who thrives on variety and technical challenges.

Requirements

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience in a job shop or custom manufacturing environment.
• Experience independently setting up CNC machining centers (VMC, HMC, and/or Horizontal Boring Mills).
• Experience machining large weldments and performing complex setups.
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including GD&T, with the ability to translate drawings into accurate setups and finished parts within required tolerances.
• Familiarity with Fanuc controls preferred.
• Confident working with work offsets (G54, etc.) and multiple coordinate systems.
• Strong tooling selection, setup, and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Set up and machine parts on CNC machining centers, including Vertical Machining Centers (VMC), Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC), and Horizontal Boring Mills.
• Use part probes, tool setters, indicators, and edge finders to ensure accurate setups.
• Apply work offsets (G54, etc.) and interpret/edit G and M codes to prove out programs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and CAD files to produce high-quality parts.
• Optimize speeds, feeds, and tooling to ensure part quality and maximize tool life.
• Operate Fanuc controls to run and adjust programs during machining.
• Select and adjust tooling for efficient material removal and repeatable results.
• Troubleshoot machining issues independently and collaborate with team members as needed.
• Use appropriate inspection equipment to verify part conformance to specifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Follow established safety practices and properly use required safety equipment.

Benefits

• Weldall offers a strong compensation and benefits package that includes medical insurance, company-paid dental and vision coverage, short-term disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with profit sharing, and tuition reimbursement. Employees also receive no-cost Direct Primary Care, along with many other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees