CNC VMC/Lathe Setup Machinist

Columbus McKinnon • Hartland, WI

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About The Position

Step into a hands-on machining role where you’ll set up and run vertical mills and lathes to produce custom parts that meet exacting print tolerances. Your day blends craftsmanship with technology—reading prints, dialing in programs, and verifying precision—while keeping production moving. A Day in the Life Start by reviewing work orders and pulling setup instructions and prints from Epicor when available. Study blueprints to determine the setup and machining program required for each job. Edit existing programs or write portions of new programs as needed. Perform complete setups and run parts on shop equipment, managing changeovers that include manual steps and careful attention to detail. Deburr completed components using a deburring wheel or hand tools as needed. Measure parts with hand tools and calipers to confirm tolerance; apply program offsets when required. Scan completed parts in Epicor and record dates and job details accurately. Team up with engineers to fine-tune processes and improve efficiency. What You Bring A collaborative mindset and clear communication skills. Strong mechanical aptitude and confident blueprint reading. Comfort thinking abstractly to solve ambiguous or undefined problems. Flexibility to adjust priorities as job demands shift. Keen analytical and organizational abilities with a sharp eye for detail. Minimum Qualifications Able to safely lift, lower, push, or pull up to 40 lbs. 2+ years operating similar CNC machinery (preferred). High school diploma. Ability to read and edit G-code. Performance review criteria: Candidates with two (2) or fewer “Inconsistent” ratings on their most recent performance review are qualified to proceed with the interview process. Candidates with three (3) or more “Inconsistent” ratings are not qualified to proceed. Candidates with any “Unsatisfactory” rating on their most recent review are not qualified to proceed. Candidates may have no more than one (1) documented written warning within the past 12 months are qualified to proceed. Proficiency G-code Machines & Technologies You’ll Use CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC) (Okuma, Dmg Mori Seiki, Fanuc, Bridgeport, Mazak, Haas, Doosan) CNC Lathe (2–4 axis) (Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Dmg Mori Seiki, Samsung, Hyundai - Wia) CNC Swiss Lathe CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) CNC Lathe (5+ axis)

Requirements

• A collaborative mindset and clear communication skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and confident blueprint reading.
• Comfort thinking abstractly to solve ambiguous or undefined problems.
• Flexibility to adjust priorities as job demands shift.
• Keen analytical and organizational abilities with a sharp eye for detail.
• Able to safely lift, lower, push, or pull up to 40 lbs.
• High school diploma.
• Ability to read and edit G-code.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years operating similar CNC machinery (preferred).
• Candidates with two (2) or fewer “Inconsistent” ratings on their most recent performance review are qualified to proceed with the interview process.
• Candidates with three (3) or more “Inconsistent” ratings are not qualified to proceed.
• Candidates with any “Unsatisfactory” rating on their most recent review are not qualified to proceed.
• Candidates may have no more than one (1) documented written warning within the past 12 months are qualified to proceed.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and pull setup instructions and prints from Epicor when available.
• Study blueprints to determine the setup and machining program required for each job.
• Edit existing programs or write portions of new programs as needed.
• Perform complete setups and run parts on shop equipment, managing changeovers that include manual steps and careful attention to detail.
• Deburr completed components using a deburring wheel or hand tools as needed.
• Measure parts with hand tools and calipers to confirm tolerance; apply program offsets when required.
• Scan completed parts in Epicor and record dates and job details accurately.
• Team up with engineers to fine-tune processes and improve efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED