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CNC Machinist

Northwest Tool & Mfg. Co., Inc.
Wausau, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/6/2026

Job Description

CNC Machinist is responsible for creating precision manufactured products efficiently to ensure the highest level of satisfaction for our customers.

Responsibilities

  • Operate CNC Lathes and Mills.
  • Read blueprints.
  • Maintain quality and tolerance standards.
  • Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using measuring tools including micrometers and calipers.
  • Diagnose machine tool malfunctions to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
  • Fit and assemble parts to make or repair machine tools.
  • Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to display placement of cuts.
  • Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition.
  • Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments.
  • Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
  • Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
  • Confer with other machinists to check and ensure that new programs or machinery will function properly and that output will meet specifications.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in machining.
  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong work ethic, punctuality, ability to be self-driven.
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints.
  • Knowledge and experience with CNC setup/programming/machining.
  • Knowledge of mechanics, metal properties, mathematics, layout, and machining procedures.
  • Experience with Mazak machines and Mazatrol programming.

Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $29

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