What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Machine Operator position at Rapido Talent?
Overview
We’re partnering confidentially with a growing precision manufacturer in Southeastern Wisconsin to identify a CNC Machine Operator to join their machining team.
This role is responsible for operating CNC equipment to manufacture close-tolerance precision components in a fast-paced production environment. This is a great opportunity for someone with machining experience who enjoys hands-on work, quality-focused manufacturing, and working with a collaborative team.
The company supports complex work across medical, industrial, aerospace, and related precision-machining applications and continues to invest heavily in equipment, people, and long-term growth.
Schedule
Full-Time
Custom part-time schedules may be available for qualified machinists.
Shift Options
1st Shift: 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM
2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
2nd shift premium available
Typical Schedules May Include
Machines You’ll Work With
Looking for candidates with:
This company offers one of the stronger benefits packages in the market for manufacturing talent:
Compensation & Incentives
This team places a strong emphasis on attitude, reliability, humility, and team fit.
What They Value Most
We’re partnering confidentially with a growing precision manufacturer in Southeastern Wisconsin to identify a CNC Machine Operator to join their machining team.
This role is responsible for operating CNC equipment to manufacture close-tolerance precision components in a fast-paced production environment. This is a great opportunity for someone with machining experience who enjoys hands-on work, quality-focused manufacturing, and working with a collaborative team.
The company supports complex work across medical, industrial, aerospace, and related precision-machining applications and continues to invest heavily in equipment, people, and long-term growth.
Schedule
Full-Time
Custom part-time schedules may be available for qualified machinists.
Shift Options
1st Shift: 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM
2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
2nd shift premium available
Typical Schedules May Include
- Monday-Thursday
- Tuesday-Friday
Machines You’ll Work With
- Tsugami
- Star
- Tornos
- Operate CNC machines to produce precision-machined parts to specification
- Receive work instructions, prints, job travelers, and setup documentation
- Load raw material and prepare parts for machining
- Monitor machine performance during operation
- Measure parts and inspect dimensions to ensure quality standards are met
- Perform basic machine adjustments as needed
- Remove burrs, chips, and excess material after operation
- Operate multiple machines when required
- Perform deburring, secondary operations, and finishing work
- Maintain tooling and keep workstations organized
- Complete process sheets, inspection records, and production documentation
- Support continuous improvement and quality initiatives throughout production
Looking for candidates with:
- 2-5 years of machining or CNC operator experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and work instructions
- Experience using measuring equipment such as:
- Calipers
- Micrometers
- Gauges
- Optical comparators (preferred)
- Ability to work safely in a production environment
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Basic math and measurement skills
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to stand, bend, lift, and move throughout shift
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely
This company offers one of the stronger benefits packages in the market for manufacturing talent:
Compensation & Incentives
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Sign-on bonus available
- Employee referral bonus
- Quarterly incentive bonus program
- Weekly pay
- PTO begins accruing upon hire
- Paid holidays (11 annually)
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Plan
- Dependent Care Flex Plan
- Critical Illness coverage
- Accident coverage
- Long-Term Disability
- Company-paid Short-Term Disability
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Optional supplemental life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to near-site clinic services including:
- Preventive care
- Walk-in visits
- Lab services
- Prescriptions
- 401(k) with company match
- Immediate vesting available
- Climate-controlled facility
- Tuition reimbursement / education assistance
- Ongoing training and advancement opportunities
- Tool purchase assistance
- Safety shoe reimbursement
- Prescription safety glasses program
- Uniform rental/laundry options
- Company lunches and employee events
- Casual work environment
- Free coffee, fruit, and snacks
- Apprenticeship and development programs
- Internal promotion and long-term career growth opportunities
This team places a strong emphasis on attitude, reliability, humility, and team fit.
What They Value Most
- Strong attendance and dependability
- Team-first mindset
- Mechanical aptitude
- Coachability
- Humility
- Positive attitude
- Quality-conscious work
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Respect under pressure
- Willingness to learn and grow
- Fast-paced production environment
- High accountability
- Strong teamwork across departments
- Direct communication with low bureaucracy
- “All hands on deck” mentality
- Leadership is visible and engaged
- Strong focus on quality and craftsmanship
- Long-tenured workforce with many employees building long careers there
- Likes staying active and working with their hands
- Enjoys machining and making quality parts
- Wants long-term opportunity and stability
- Likes a team environment with high standards
- Takes pride in precision and craftsmanship