Precision CNC Milling & Turning Operator-Setter Forge Strategies Kenosha, WI Job Details $25 - $32 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Machine setup Equipment setup (production tasks) Blueprint specification interpretation Quality control product testing Bore gauges Machining tool setup Mid-level First article inspection Dimensional measurements CNC quality inspection Precision measurement in machining Machine adjustment Milling machines Equipment adjustment (production tasks) Under 1 year Full Job Description Step into a day where your precision drives production You clock in to a clean, organized cell on 1st or 2nd shift. A fresh job packet is waiting—blueprints, specs, and inspection criteria. You verify the print, touch off tools, dial in offsets, and swap inserts as needed. The first-piece run checks out—calipers, micrometers, and bore gauges confirm you're in tolerance. As the lot runs, you keep a steady eye on quality while making smart adjustments. Between cycles, you help with setups (if you're a setup tech) or support changeovers and learn new machines (if you're a strong operator growing into setup). Openings Available CNC Operators and Setup Technicians 1st and 2nd shift opportunities Work on mills, lathes, or both—based on your background What You Bring Hands-on CNC mill and/or lathe experience Confidence with offsets, tool changes, and insert changes Setup experience (preferred for some roles, not required for all) Blueprint literacy and in-process quality inspection Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and related metrology tools Compensation & Schedule Up to $32/hour, based on experience 4-day work week Overtime available 2nd shift premium: 10% per hour (hourly wage) Benefits Medical insurance 100% company-paid Dental 100% company-paid Life Insurance 100% company-paid Short & Long-Term Disability 401(k) with company match Tuition reimbursement 80 hours of PTO Attendance bonus per quarter

The Equipment You'll Run CNC Mills:

3-4 axis VMC (Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Dmg Mori Seiki)

CNC Lathes:

2-4 axis (Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Dmg Mori Seiki)

Advanced Lathes:

5+ axis (Mazak, Okuma, Doosan, Dmg Mori Seiki) Why This Team Stable, growing manufacturing company Opportunities to learn new machines and advance your career If you're a seasoned setup technician—or an operator ready to take that next step—this is where your skills can shine and your career can move forward.