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CNC Set-Up Machinist

Mill Creek Machining
Paullina, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/23/2026

Utilize your machinist skills to your full potential in a climate-controlled shop! Crafting precision components used globally even by the U.S. Military! Jump on this opportunity for Comprehensive Benefits, Quarterly Bonuses, and training to advance your skills and take your career to the next level.

Mill Creek Machining is seeking CNC Set-Up Technicians to join their team in Paullina, IA.

Hours: Dayshift: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay: $28-$31 DOE
A weekly attendance bonus will be added to each pay period when all scheduled hours are worked*

*Our machine shop is 100% climate controlled*

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Complete setup and operation of CNC machines
  • Assist in improving machining processes
  • Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications
  • Adjust machine offsets and cutting parameters to maintain quality and efficiency
  • Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production challenges
  • Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections
  • Maintain quality, safety, and productivity standards
  • Communicate process improvements and technical recommendations
  • Maintain equipment and work areas
What we're looking for
  • Extensive experience performing complete CNC machine setups in a precision manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated success developing machining processes, selecting tooling, and implementing workholding solutions
  • Ability to independently evaluate jobs and determine efficient machining strategies with minimal supervision
  • Experience machining complex components that require critical thinking, creativity, and sound machining judgment
  • Proven track record of producing high-quality work while meeting demanding schedules and customer expectations
  • Strong commitment to craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and professional excellence
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to contribute to a collaborative team environment
Benefits and Perks
Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to, a competitive pay rate, accrued vacation time, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, health, dental, and vision insurance as well as Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and life/AD&D insurance.


We are a drug-free workplace / Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual experience and qualifications, without regard to a person's sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, disability, race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

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Salary : $28 - $31

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