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Skilled- CNC Set Up Machinist

QPS Employment Group
Hartford, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/1/2026
Position Title: CNC Set Up Machinist

Wage: $25-$29/hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 5am-3:30pm Monday-Thursday, 5am-10am as needed

QPS Employment Group is hiring a CNC Set Up Machinist for a company in Hartford, WI. This associate to hire role is setup-focused only and not an operator position-candidates must have setup experience.

CNC Set Up Machinist Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Set up CNC machines (HAAS) for production runs
- Load, edit, and verify CNC programs as needed
- Install and align tooling, fixtures, and workpieces
- Perform first article inspections to ensure part accuracy
- Adjust offsets, speeds, and feeds to optimize performance
- Troubleshoot setup issues and ensure machines are production-ready
- Collaborate with programmers and production team to ensure efficiency
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Follow all safety procedures and company standards

CNC Set Up Machinist Requirements:
- Proven experience setting up CNC machines (HAAS preferred)
- Strong understanding of G-code and CNC programming basics
- Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and tolerances
- Experience with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges)
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of setups
- Preferred experience in a job shop or production machining environment
- Preferred ability to make minor program edits at the machine
- Preferred familiarity with multiple materials (steel, aluminum, etc.)
- Manufacturing / machining shop environment
- Exposure to machinery, noise, and metalworking conditions
- PPE required at all times

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process

Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers and we will never ask you to pay a fee!

Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

 

Salary : $25 - $29

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