CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift (Mastercam / Surfcam) | Menomonie, WI

At a Glance Company: Prototek Digital Manufacturing Location: Menomonie, WI (On-site) Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $29.00 – $33.00/hr (based on experience) Shift: 2nd Shift (Mon–Thurs, 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM) Overtime: As Needed Experience Level: Mid-Level (2+ years) Work Authorization: U.S. Person status required (ITAR compliance) --- Why This Role Exists This role exists due to continued growth in Prototek’s high-mix, low-volume machining operations . As demand increases across aerospace, medical, defense, and commercial sectors, this position plays a key role in delivering precision prototype and production components with speed, quality, and consistency. --- The Work You’ll Be Doing In this role, you will: Set up and operate CNC mills and/or CNC lathes Program parts using 2D and 3D toolpaths (Mastercam and/or Surfcam) Load, run, and edit CNC programs at the machine Select tooling, set offsets, and establish workholding Run high-mix, low-volume jobs with varying complexity Modify programs to improve cycle times and part quality Design fixtures and calculate feeds, speeds, and depths of cut Perform first-article and in-process inspection Troubleshoot machining issues and make real-time adjustments Support and mentor less-experienced machinists Collaborate with Project Managers on quoting and job planning --- Machines, Controls & Software Machines: CNC Mills and Lathes (Haas, Mazak, Doosan, Hurco) Controls: Fanuc, Mazatrol CAM Software: Mastercam, Surfcam Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges --- Materials You’ll Work With Aluminum Stainless Steel Alloy Steel Titanium Inconel Plastics --- What We’re Looking For Required: 2+ years of CNC machining and programming experience Strong blueprint reading and GD&T understanding Experience with CNC mills and/or lathes Proficiency in Mastercam and/or Surfcam Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple jobs in a fast-paced environment Preferred (Not Required): Experience with multi-axis machining Fixture design experience ERP system familiarity Prototype or high-mix job shop experience --- Why Machinists Like Working Here Machinists choose Prototek because: Clean, organized, professional shop environment High-mix, low-volume work (no repetitive production grind) Modern machines and strong tooling support Competitive pay + 10% shift differential Real opportunities to grow into programming and leadership roles A team that respects skilled machinists --- Pay, Benefits & Schedule Pay Range: $29.00 – $33.00/hr Shift Differential: +10% for 2nd Shift Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM Overtime: As needed Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance 401(k) with match (100% of first 3%, 50% of 4–5%) PTO starting at 80 hours + paid holidays Education reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career advancement opportunities --- Apply Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC. Apply Now or Save This Job to come back later.