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CNC VTL Machinist 2nd shift

Toolcraft Machining, Inc.
Germantown, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2026
** UP TO $5,000.00 SIGN ON BONUS **

At Toolcraft Machining we are passionate about empowering People to Win Together through training, communication, and teamwork. A career at Toolcraft Machining means joining our family where we take pride in our core values of Grit, Authenticity, Humility and Doing the right thing.

We are a short-run machine shop specializing in producing complex precision components for multiple industries. We believe that our employees are our most valuable assets, which is why we are committed to providing the resources necessary to make Toolcraft Machining a great place to work.

Employee Development Opportunities Include

  • Coaching & Mentoring
  • Apprenticeship
  • Training in manufacturing software and new technologies
  • Cross-training opportunities
  • Leadership development
  • Tuition reimbursement

If you enjoy working with different materials to machine complex precision components and have a “figure it out” attitude, Toolcraft Machining is the perfect fit for you.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Setup and operate our Doosan PUMA 1214, Toshiba 150, and Toshiba 200, all with live tooling.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, models, routing instructions, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
  • Determine tooling requirements, setup procedures and control settings.
  • Set up CNC machine with setup blocks, fixtures, clamps, or any other necessary devises to receive and hold parts/components for safe machining operation.
  • Monitor and/or develop speed, feed, depth, or angle of cut during machining operations.
  • Loads and unloads parts/components from machine using overhead hoist/crane for heavy materials.
  • Enter program commands in machine controller or retrieves preprogrammed code.
  • Monitor machine to change cutting tools/inserts as required.
  • Measure parts for conformance to blueprint specifications (.002 or potentially tighter tolerance) and GD&T
  • Manually adjusts machine controls to prevent out-of-tolerance machining.
  • Ability to recommend production improvement methods, equipment performance, and quality of product to General Foreman.
  • Assists in solving technical challenges or work problems.
  • Monitor and maintain proper cleanliness of machine and work area daily.
  • Read and understand company policies and procedures.

- Other duties may be assigned or required for this position.

Up to $10,000 sign on bonus - based on experience

What We’re Looking For

  • 5 years CNC machining experience setting up and running Vertical Turning Centers (VTLs) (Doosan, Toshiba, etc.)
  • Must be able to setup VTL’s with little to no supervision.
  • Experience with Mastercam programming and editing a plus.
  • Experience with Fanuc controls preferred.
  • Experience working in a "job shop" preferred (low quantities/highly technical pieces)
  • Ability to lift materials up to 50 pounds, experience operating overhead crane and hoists preferred.
  • Shop math skills

Benefits Include

  • Health, Dental, Life & Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Health savings account – Employer Contribution
  • 401(k) Matching & Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible start and end times
  • Shift premium included in rate

Schedule

1st shift is Monday to Friday 7:00am to 4:30pm

3rd shift is Sunday to Thursday 10:00pm to 7:00am

EEO

Toolcraft Machining Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.

Toolcraft Machining Inc ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI & Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Please contact us if you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities.

You Should Be Proficient In

  • GD&T
  • G-Code
  • Machine Setups for Production Runs
  • Blueprint Reading

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

  • Vertical Lathe (Toshiba)

Salary : $30 - $45

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