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Machinist CNC = 1st or 2nd Shift

Innovative Hydraulics, LLC
Wausau, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
  • 1st Shift = 6am-2pm (Mon-Friday)
  • 2nd Shift = 2pm-12am (4 day Wk / Mon-Thur) / $4.00 Shift Differential

*Negotiable Wage Based on SOLID Experience

We are happy to share we are adding to staff - these positions are newly created as we have a great retention rate. Because they are not replacement positions, we have some flexibility in shift.

If you are interested in joining a young company and contribute to help building our foundation, this may be the right fit for you. Innovative Hydraulics (IH) has invested in some of the finest hydraulic cylinder manufacturing equipment available. With such design capabilities, we are able to implement the latest leading edge technologies into our hydraulic cylinders.

Please check out our website to view our impressive custom products.

Website: www.innovativehyd.com

We specialize in providing custom built hydraulic cylinders to meet each client’s exact specifications. Innovative Hydraulics utilizes years of engineering experience coupled with the most technologically advanced manufacturing equipment to provide innovative products and solutions to the fluid power needs of its civil, defense and commercial customers around the world. Our range of hydraulic cylinders includes welded hydraulic cylinder, telescopic hydraulic cylinder and large bore cylinder. Our diverse range of hydraulic cylinders ensures you get the best design, performance and value for your application.

Our hydraulic cylinders are used by clients across all kinds of industries, including machine manufacturing, civil engineering, construction equipment manufacturing, OEM manufacturing, defense and more.

I. SUMMARY:

Sets up and operates computer numerically controlled machines (CNC) to perform machining operations by performing the following duties.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Read, process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements.

· Locate and down load programs from a storage system.

· Interpret work instructions.

· Identify, select and install proper tooling for operations being performed.

· Calculate proper feeds and speeds for a variety of materials.

· Employee must be able to set up all necessary measuring equipment and routinely check the calibration of the equipment while measuring.

· Understands capabilities of tooling and machinery.

· Understand applicable quality systems and perform necessary quality inspections.

· Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

· Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.

· Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

· Maintains safe operations by adhering to all Innovative Hydraulics policies and procedures.

· Apply principles of Lean Manufacturing to reduced setup times and improve productivity.

· Seek out, identify, and actively participate in Continuous Improvement opportunities.

· Create and maintain a lean team focused work environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • If not in the area, do you plan to relocate? There is no relocation assistance with this job.
  • Are you a U.S. citizen?
  • If you are not currently employed, please share why?
  • Why are you interested in this position?
  • What do you believe most qualifies you for this skilled CNC Machinist position? Feel free to share type of machining done, products machined, programs used, schooling/training received, experience, etc.
  • Please share desired wage or wage range you desire?
  • * We encourage you to take a look at our website for machine information, products, and customer information. We are a custom engineering machine shop, is this something you are familiar with?

Experience:

  • CNC Machining: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Wausau, WI 54401 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $32

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