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Machine Operator/Floater (Days)

Riverside Machine & Engineering
Eau Claire, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/31/2026

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RIVERSIDE, located in Eau Claire, WI is a precision machining company, and our company mission is to provide custom precision manufacturing and innovative services to medical, aviation, space, defense, and emerging high-tech industries.

We are seeking a MACHINE OPERATOR/FLOATER to join our team! An ideal candidate is an individual that is passionate about their work and committed to quality, service, excellence, and innovation.

In this role, the MACHINE OPERATOR will focus their time in a manufacturing cell operating a Laser Cutting Machine and Fin Machine and be expected to float into other production areas as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to:

Operate a variety of production machines including laser cutting, fin, vertical mills, horizontal mills.

Reads and understands blueprint, job routings, setup sheets and standard charts for such specifications as dimensions and tolerances.

Perform Quality Control Characteristics documentation of tolerance zones specified on blueprints.

Inspect parts using tools that include, but are not limited to micrometers, calipers, vision systems and height stands.

Operate milling/turning machines with supervision.

Responsible to conduct yourself and ensure your subordinates (if applicable) conduct themselves in a manner consistent with company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and other standards of conduct.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

0-1 years of experience in a similar position in a machine shop and/or training.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Ability to read blueprints.

Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.

Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to shifting priorities.

CORE VALUES

People – We can do it

Innovation – We work together

Service – We honor our word

Quality – We do what’s right


Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm overtime as needed

Hourly/Non Exempt

Benefits Eligible position (Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, profit sharing, holiday pay, PTO)

Our Culture is best in class!

“Built right. Every time” is not just a slogan, we build things that make a difference in people’s lives. A career at RIVERSIDE is rewarding for far more reasons than you might imagine. Your experience and expertise are highly valued, your contributions are recognized, and your professional goals are supported. We understand there are lots of choices out there, that is why for over 40 years we have been providing stability, a safe and clean environment, challenging work and are invested in the growth of our people to take them as far as they want to go.

Metal Craft and Riverside are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time***

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