A day in the life at Trace-A-Matic When your 2nd shift begins at 3:00 pm in Brookfield, WI, you review setup sheets, verify tooling, and dial in offsets so every component hits spec. You move confidently between machines within a production cell, monitor cycle times, and perform in-process checks with precision hand metrology. You read prints, apply GD&T, make measured G/M-code adjustments, and keep clear documentation. Along the way, you coach fellow operators on repeatable routines and help stage the next setup with guidance from senior machinists. By 1:30 am, you've produced complex, high-accuracy parts for multiple industries—safely, consistently, and with pride. Why you'll thrive here
Gainsharing:
We split profits 50/50 with employees, paid quarterly. Relocation assistance to make your move smooth. 10 paid holidays and service-based PTO. Medical, dental, vision, and additional coverage options. On-site fitness center and medical clinic. Weekly pay for dependable income cadence. Company-provided uniforms plus a safety shoe allowance. Performance merit raises that reward growth. Clean, climate-controlled environment designed for safety and focus. Free employee coffee to fuel your craft. What you'll do Operate CNC equipment and adjust offsets to meet print and quality requirements. Execute repetitive machining tasks with consistent technique and accuracy. Read/interpret blueprints and apply inspection protocols with proper documentation. Assist with machine setups alongside experienced machinists. Apply fundamental machining methods and control functions to sustain production flow. Run multiple machines simultaneously within a cell to maximize throughput. Use working knowledge of GD&T to achieve dimensional accuracy. Mentor operators on repeatable tasks to build skill and process consistency. Support additional tasks as needed to meet team goals. What you bring High school diploma required; CNC technical diploma preferred. 2+ years of machining experience. Proficiency with precision measuring tools relevant to the work. Solid math abilities and a strong mechanical aptitude. Curiosity and willingness to learn and grow. Core proficiencies
GD&T CNC
tooling G-code and M-code familiarity Precision measurement and hand metrology Setting up machines for production runs Manual machining fundamentals Role details
Position:
Full-time CNC Operator (2nd shift)
Schedule:
3:00 pm - 1:30 am,
Monday-Friday Company:
Trace-A-Matic Location:
Brookfield, WI
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
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