CNC Setup Machinist (Tool Steel) - Night Shift
About The Position
Moeller Precision Tool is hiring an experienced CNC Setup Machinist to produce high-precision tooling components from tool steel. The role involves performing machine setups, making adjustments, solving machining problems, and taking ownership of work quality. Machinists work in a clean, climate-controlled shop with modern equipment, including Mazak, DMG Mori, Mitsubishi EDM, Okamoto, Star, and Kitamura machines. Work ranges from prototype and low-volume tooling components to production runs of 100–1,000 or more pieces. This is a night-shift position scheduled Monday through Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. The typical schedule is 45–50 hours per week, with consistent overtime opportunities and up to 14 scheduled Saturdays per year. The Saturday schedule is 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pay is $26.25–$32.25 per hour, including a $2.25 shift premium. Typical annual earnings are approximately $60,000–$90,000 or more, with additional earning potential through overtime. Moeller Precision Tool is a family-owned company established in 1953. It offers ongoing training and skill development, opportunities for career advancement, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and a tool purchase program. The work environment values craftsmanship, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of machining experience operating and/or setting up CNC and manual machines.
- Blueprint-reading skills.
- Knowledge of quality measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and indicators.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and shop math skills.
- High school diploma or GED.
Nice To Haves
- Experience performing CNC machine setups.
- Experience machining tool steel.
- Experience working with Mazatrol or Fanuc controls.
Responsibilities
- Perform full CNC machine setups, including tooling, offsets, and fixturing.
- Machine tool steel components to tight tolerances.
- Read and interpret detailed blueprints.
- Set speeds, feeds, and tolerances.
- Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet quality standards.
Benefits
- Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Flexible spending account (FSA).
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays, including an extended year-end shutdown.
- Ongoing training and skill development opportunities.
- Tool purchase program with a discount.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
