CNC Machining Technician – Multi-Axis Setup & Offsets; 3rd Shift

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Employment Type:

Permanent

Salary: $/Yr

Web Publication Date: 10/13/2026 12:00:00 AM

Job Location:

Cedarburg, WI 53012

Job Function:

• Pay &
  
  Incentives:
  
  Up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr based upon experience), 401(k) with match, pay-for-performance bonus opportunities, full benefits, and opportunities to earn additional hours of bonus PTO per year for strong attendance.
• Work Pattern/
  
  Schedule:
  
  Predictable 3rd shift schedule offering long-term routine stability and off-shift premium earnings.
• Environment & Company Profile:
  Join one of the largest independent die casting manufacturers featuring high employee stability, 40% tenure over 10+ years, and tier-one OEM partnerships (Caterpillar, Harley-Davidson, Kohler, Warner).
• Core Functional Scope:
  Lead CNC setup, program loading, tool offset management, cutting insert changes, and quality troubleshooting on multi-axis machining centers processing high-precision aluminum castings.
• Strict Requirements & Authorization:
  Requires strong job stability (minimum 2+ years per employer), hands-on CNC setup or editing experience, precision measurement skills, US work authorization, and a commute within 45 minutes of Cedarburg, WI.

A premier, North American market leader in high-precision die casting is seeking an experienced CNC Machining Technician to support their 3rd shift manufacturing operations. Operating in a high-volume, automated machining department, this role is critical for setting up equipment, editing offsets, executing tool changes, and troubleshooting dimensional quality on complex aluminum cast components.

Joining an ISO-certified facility where 40% of the team boasts over a decade of tenure, this direct-hire seat provides top-tier hourly compensation, long-term stability, strong 401(k) matching, and structured career advancement opportunities. You will exercise true technical autonomy over your machining cell, maintaining high dimensional standards while backed by a collaborative, craftsman-focused team.

• Set Up & Operate CNC Equipment:
  Perform setups and changeovers on multi-axis CNC mills and lathes used to finish high-precision aluminum die cast components.
• Manage Programs & Offsets:
  Load G-code programs, adjust tool offsets, and make real-time process modifications to ensure tight part tolerances.
• Troubleshoot Quality & Tooling:
  Diagnose surface finish defects, dimensional variations, and chatter caused by tool wear, fixture misalignment, or material inconsistencies.
• Perform Quality Inspections:
  Measure finished parts using calipers, micrometers, height gages, depth indicators, and CMM inspection reports.
• Execute Tooling Maintenance:
  Replace worn cutting tools, carbide inserts, drills, and taps while monitoring tool life to prevent scrap and downtime.
• Conduct Preventative Maintenance:
  Support routine daily machine care, coolant fluid management, and basic mechanical troubleshooting.
• Maintain Process Records:
  Log production counts, quality control metrics, tool wear records, and setup adjustments accurately.

• Job Stability
  
  Required:
  
  Demonstrated career stability with a strict requirement of at least 2+ years of tenure at each previous employer.
• CNC Machining
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven hands-on experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC machining centers in a production environment (aluminum machining or casting experience preferred).
• Technical Blueprint & Measurement
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to read blueprints, interpret engineering drawings, and proficiently use precision hand inspection tools.
• Commutable Radius:
  Must reside within a 45-minute maximum commute of the Cedarburg / Greater Milwaukee, WI area.
• Education & Authorization:
  High School Diploma or GED required; technical/vocational machining credentials preferred. Must be fully authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• GD&T & CMM Data:
  Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and interpreting CMM quality data.
• Multi-Axis & Automation:
  Experience working with multi-axis horizontal/vertical machining centers and integrated robotic cell loading.
• High-Volume OEM Production:
  Prior machining experience within automotive, powersports, or tier-one industrial supplier environments.