Demo

Machine Set-Up Technician - 1st Shift

Custom Wire technologies, Inc.
Port Washington, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026
1st Shift – 6 AM to 2 PM

Are you an individual with outstanding mechanical aptitude? Do you have a high level of working knowledge in CNC equipment set-up and machine programming? Can you thrive in a work environment that empowers you to solve problems and train others?

If yes, then we'd love to talk with you!

We are Custom Wire Technologies, Inc., a leader in OEM Medical Component Manufacturing with over 50 years of industry experience using the latest technology. Our team is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Set-up Technician to join our 1st Shift team.

As Manufacturing Set-up Technician, you will program, set up, and operate computer numerical control (CNC) equipment in accordance with good manufacturing practices (GMP) to support the fabrication of medical components throughout the company. This is a unique opportunity to work in a job shop manufacturing facility where each day and project differs.

What can you expect to do on a typical day?

  • Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures
  • Review production schedule to align with company goals and customer deliverables
  • Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity
  • Keep equipment in good working order by performing regular inspection, cleaning, and servicing along with routine and preventative maintenance to avoid machine or process breaks down
  • Maintain maintenance logs of equipment serviced
  • Communicates and works cross-functionally with internal teams as needed
  • Follows all company procedures and protocols
  • Provide guidance and training to other technicians or production associates

What are the qualifications for this position?

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 1-3 years of hands-on machine set-up experience (CNC preferred)
  • Manufacturing experience
  • Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with manufacturing processes
  • Knowledge of material properties
  • Working knowledge of engineering change process
  • Ability to multi-task and adapt to change and unpredictability within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Experience with basic hand tools
  • Capable of performing basic mathematical functions

What are the 'extra' skills we hope to find in the right candidate but are not required:

  • Technical or trade school training preferred
  • Experience with CNC programs and programming
  • Prior experience working with the medical industry
  • Experience working in a job shop manufacturing environment

At this time, we are not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future to work in the United States.

Salary.com Estimation for Machine Set-Up Technician - 1st Shift in Port Washington, WI
$54,477 to $73,011
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Machine Set-Up Technician - 1st Shift?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Machine Set-Up Technician - 1st Shift career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$43,603 - $55,670
Income Estimation: 
$53,120 - $69,174
Income Estimation: 
$50,113 - $64,377
Income Estimation: 
$61,656 - $78,069
Income Estimation: 
$59,875 - $77,824
Income Estimation: 
$56,112 - $76,865
Income Estimation: 
$70,600 - $83,423
Income Estimation: 
$63,368 - $80,434
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Custom Wire technologies, Inc.

  • Custom Wire technologies, Inc. Port Washington, WI
  • Do you consider yourself detail-oriented, meticulous, precise? Can you follow directions and work with minimal supervision? If you can answer 'yes' to thes... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • Custom Wire technologies, Inc. Port Washington, WI
  • Quality Inspector 1st Shift | 7 am - 3 pm | Monday - Friday Join a Company Where Precision Matters Custom Wire Technologies (CWT) is a trusted OEM medical ... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • Custom Wire technologies, Inc. Port Washington, WI
  • Do you consider yourself detail-oriented, meticulous, precise? Can you follow directions and work with minimal supervision? If you can answer 'yes' to thes... more
  • 8 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Machine Set-Up Technician - 1st Shift jobs in the Port Washington, WI area that may be a better fit.

  • Curt G. Joa, Inc. Sheboygan, WI
  • This is a second shift role. Second shift benefits include a $1 shift premium, a paid lunch, and an additional week of vacation. Great Machines Start With ... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • HellermannTyton North America Milwaukee, WI
  • Job Summary Under the direction of the Lead Manufacturing Supervisor, the Set-Up Technician is responsible for using tools & overhead cranes to complete mo... more
  • 4 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!