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CNC Machine Operator - 1st or 2nd Shift

Northern Gear & Machining
Muskego, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/15/2025
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Set up, operate, or tend mill, lathe and turning

machines to turn, bore, thread, form, or face metal or plastic

materials, such as wire, rod, or bar stock. Adjust machine controls and

change tool settings to keep dimensions within specified tolerances.

Compute unspecified dimensions and machine settings, using knowledge of

metal properties and shop mathematics. Crank machines through cycles,

stopping to adjust tool positions and machine controls to ensure

specified timing, clearances, and tolerances. Inspect sample workpieces

to verify conformance with specifications, using instruments such as

gauges, micrometers, and dial indicators. Lift metal stock or workpieces

manually or using hoists, and position and secure them in machines,

using fasteners and hand tools. Move toolholders manually or by turning

handwheels, or engage automatic feeding mechanisms to feed tools to and

along workpieces. Move controls to set cutting speeds and depths and

feed rates, and to position tools in relation to workpieces. Position,

secure, and align cutting tools in toolholders on machines, using hand

tools, and verify their positions with measuring instruments. Start

lathe or turning machines and observe operations to ensure that

specifications are met. Refill, change, and monitor the level of fluids,

such as oil and coolant, in machines. Replace worn tools, and sharpen

dull cutting tools and dies, using bench grinders or cutter-grinding

machines. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: CNC lathe or

mill experience helpful Mechanically Inclined Basic Shop Math Ability to

use measuring equipment such as gages, mics, calipers, etc. Ability to

read blueprints Ability to enter machining data into computer Attention

to detail and quality Able to stand for at least 8 hours Able to run 2-3

machines in a cell format \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply

Online: www.northerngear.com E-Mail a Work Application:

humanresources@northerngear.com Apply In Person: W160 S6609 Commerce

Drive Muskego, WI 53151 Mail a Rsum: W160 S6609 Commerce Drive Muskego,

WI 53151 E-Mail a Rsum: jeanetteb@northerngear.com

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