Senior CNC Setup Technician – Multi-Axis Aluminum Machining (3rd Shift) Up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr) Cedarburg, WI Area3rd ShiftDirect-Hire / Full-TimeCompensation & Earnings: Starting pay up to $41.00/hr ($85,280/yr baseline depending on experience), pay-for-performance bonus opportunities, 401(k) with company match, and full health/dental/vision benefits. Schedule & Work-Life Balance: Dedicated 3rd shift schedule with opportunities to earn additional hours of bonus PTO per year for strong attendance. Work Environment & Company Profile: Join one of the largest independent die casting manufacturers in North America featuring exceptional stability, 40% employee tenure over 10+ years, and premier tier-one OEM partnerships. Core Functional Scope: Lead CNC setup, program loading, tool offsets, and troubleshooting on multi-axis machining centers processing high-precision aluminum castings. Strict Requirements & Authorization: Strict job stability required (minimum 2+ years per employer); hands-on CNC setup or editing experience; precision measurement skills; local commute within 45 minutes of Cedarburg, WI; U.S. work authorization. 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.
What You Will Be Doing:
(Daily Responsibilities) 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.
What We Are Looking For:
(Requirements & Qualifications) 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. Preferred Technical Assets (Bonus Skills)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.
