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CNC Machinist Operator

Steel Craft
HARTFORD, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/26/2026

The CNC Machinist Operator is responsible for operating CNC machines to produce high-quality steel components in a fabrication production plant. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and adherence to strict safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience/education in CNC machining, blueprint reading, and the use of precision measuring instruments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•    Operate CNC machines to fabricate steel components according to specifications.
•    Produce parts as assigned to support production.
•    Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings.
•    Perform routine machine maintenance.
•    Report any equipment issues/malfunctions to shop leadership and/or maintenance.
•    Use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify dimensions and tolerances.
•    Perform visual and dimensional quality checks.
•    Accurately log job information into ERP computer system.
•    Accurately fill out required operations and quality paperwork.
•    Work closely with co-workers to improve machining processes and productivity.
•    Follow company policies, safety protocols, and quality assurance guidelines to ensure compliance with industry standards.
•    Other Duties as Assigned: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Responsibilities and tasks may be modified, expanded, or adjusted to reflect business needs or management requests.
 

Competencies

•    Communication
•    Attention to Detail
•    Collaboration & Teamwork
•    Critical Thinking
•    Problem Solving

 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience and/or Training: 
•    Minimum 1 year of experience and/or training in CNC machining operations.
•    Must possess proficiency in math (adding, subtracting, converting decimals, and fractions)
•    Must possess proficiency in measurement skills (tape measure, protractor, height gauge, and caliper)
•    Must possess mechanical aptitude
•    Must possess proficiency in reading machining blueprints.
•    Knowledge of reading, writing, and understanding work instructions, work orders, or customer specifications

Preferred Qualifications

Education:  N/A
Experience and/or Training: 
•    Prior experience with Haas CNC Machines
•    Prior lifting device experience (forklift, cranes, jibs, hoists, magnets, etc.)

Physical and Mental Demands

••    While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently sit, stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls.
•    Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and move between work areas.
•    Regularly required to talk and listen, as well as climb, balance, and reach above shoulder level.
•    Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
•    The employee must be able to lift and or carry up to 50 lbs. frequently.
•    Travel: Not Applicable

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment where loud noise exposure is regular and frequent. Additionally, there is a regular exposure on the production floor to dust, metal debris, changes in ambient temperature, and requires the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual will encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
 

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