CNC Bridge Mill​/Gantry Mill Machinist – SNK RB​/RB-; Fanuc

Position: CNC Bridge Mill / Gantry Mill Machinist – SNK RB-4 / RB-6 (Fanuc)
Location: Monico

At a Glance

Company:  Trident Maritime Systems – Heavy Equipment Group

Location:

Rhinelander, WI (On-Site)
Job Type:  Full-Time
Pay Range:  $24.00 – $34.00/hr (based on experience)

Shift:  Day Shift
Overtime:  Available as Needed
Experience Level:  3+ Years CNC Machining Experience
Industry:  Marine & Defense Manufacturing

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- Why This Role Exists

As Trident Maritime Systems – Heavy Equipment Group continues supporting critical marine and defense programs, we're expanding our team of skilled machinists capable of producing large, complex components with precision and consistency.

This position plays a key role in machining fabricated structures and weldments used in demanding maritime and defense applications. You'll work on large-scale projects where craftsmanship, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills directly contribute to mission-critical equipment.

Located in northern Wisconsin, Rhinelander offers a significantly lower cost of living than many coastal manufacturing regions while providing access to excellent outdoor recreation, strong schools, and a high quality of life.

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- The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Set up and operate SNK RB-4 and RB-6 CNC bridge and gantry mills

Machine large, complex weldments and fabricated components up to 25 feet in size

Independently set up intricate parts and fixturing

Read and interpret advanced blueprints, engineering drawings, and job layouts

Modify and create CNC programs to meet company and customer requirements

Verify tool paths and perform collision analysis before machining operations

Select tooling and establish machine setups using documented setup procedures

Machine stainless steel, aluminum, exotic alloys, and high-temperature materials

Maintain dimensional accuracy while meeting production goals

Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments

Operate overhead cranes and perform rigging for large-part handling

Collaborate with quality, engineering, and production teams to ensure successful project completion

Maintain equipment and a safe, organized work area

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- Machines, Controls & Equipment

You'll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

SNK RB-4 Bridge Mill

SNK RB-6 Gantry Mill

Controls:

Fanuc CNC Controls

Material Handling:

Overhead cranes

Rigging equipment

Inspection Equipment:

Calipers

Micrometers

Precision gauges

Other quality inspection tools

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- Materials You'll Work With

Stainless Steel

Aluminum

Exotic Alloys

High-Temperature Alloys

Large Fabricated Weldments

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- What We're Looking For Required

3+ years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment

Multi-axis machining experience

Experience with tool path verification and collision analysis

Ability to independently perform machine setups

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

Strong understanding of tooling, offsets, and machining processes

Experience using precision measuring instruments

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 60 pounds

Ability to stand for extended periods

Preferred

Fanuc CNC experience

Experience machining large weldments and fabricated structures

Experience working with weldments up to 90 feet in length

Experience establishing and setting up quality gauging

Marine, defense, heavy equipment, or large-part machining experience

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- Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Trident Maritime Systems because:

Work on large, challenging projects supporting the marine and defense industries

Modern large-scale CNC machining equipment

Opportunities to machine complex, one-of-a-kind components

Stable workload supporting long-term programs

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Strong team environment that values skilled tradespeople

Affordable northern Wisconsin lifestyle with a lower cost of living than many major manufacturing and coastal cities

Excellent outdoor recreation including lakes, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, and hunting

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- Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range:  $24.00 – $34.00/hr (DOE)

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programs

Additional Company-Sponsored Benefits

Schedule

Full-Time

Day Shift

Overtime Available as Needed

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- Apply Today

Interested machinists can apply directly through hire

CNC.

If you have experience with large-part machining, bridge mills, gantry mills, or multi-axis CNC equipment and want to work on projects that support the marine and defense industries, we'd love to hear from you.