Tool Room Machinist

Job Summary : The Tool Room Machinist at Reader Precision Solutions builds, repairs, and modifies the tools, jigs & fixtures, and other custom solutions that keep production running while maintaining the high level of quality Reader Precision Solutions is known for. This role supports manufacturing with tooling modifications, equipment repairs, and R&D part fabrication. The ideal candidate is a skilled manual machinist with strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Work Schedule: This is a full-time, benefits eligible position requiring approximately 40 hours per week. Work schedule is Monday - Friday from 6:30am - 3:00pm. Individual must be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Build, repair, and modify tools, jigs, fixtures, dies, and gauges
• Read blueprints and specifications to plan the sequence of operations for fabricating components
• Set up and operate manual mills, lathes, and surface grinders, adjusting speeds, feeds, and tooling as needed
• Reverse engineer simple components when prints or files aren't available
• Inspect completed work for accuracy using precision measuring tools
• Support production with tooling modifications and collaborate with the team
• Assist with equipment maintenance, repairs, and R&D part fabrication
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all safety procedures
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a machinist in a tool and die, prototyping, or manual machining environment
• Manual machining experience required; CNC mill experience preferred
• Ability to read blueprints, routings, process sheets, and technical drawings
• Strong shop math skills for computing angles, radii, and other dimensions
• Proficient with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
• Excellent work ethic, attendance, and communication skills

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and to bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise and exposure to machine oils and metalworking equipment
• Must have vision corrected to 20/20 for close, distance, & peripheral vision with depth perception.

Benefits & perks of being a Reader Precision Solutions employee include: Our team of manufacturing professionals enjoy a challenging and fast-paced work environment in a high-tech manufacturing facility awarded the 35th & 37th Annual Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year. You can expect a work environment that is extremely clean, well lit, organized (5S), and climate-controlled. In addition, our team thrives in a supportive culture that provides engaged leadership, ongoing recognition for performance results, and a great benefits package.

• Competitive wages (paid weekly on Thursday's)
• 8% of base pay shift differential (2nd & 3rd shift)
• Benefits begin the month following 30 days of employment: health insurance with points based, holistic wellness program, dental, life, & disability insurance
• Partnership with a near site local clinic for FREE health services including primary & preventative care, walk in visits, labs, prescriptions, etc.
• FREE vision insurance!
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with up to 4.5% company match (immediately vested!)
• Vacation accrual starts upon hire - accrue up to 2.5 weeks in first year!
• 9 paid holidays with up to two discretionary holidays each year
• Education assistance up to $5,250 annually (after 12 months of service)
• Professional development opportunities - internal & external (cross-departmental training, PMPA conferences, IMTS-Chicago, local technical colleges/universities, & more...)
• Career advancement - ongoing training & mentoring with opportunity to grow your skills
• Performance bonus - potential to receive a discretionary year-end bonus based on individual and group performance
• Company paid Short-Term Disability policy
• Voluntary pet insurance
• Company events - team lunches, summer picnic event, holiday party
• Company zoo pass to Milwaukee County Zoo
• Holistic wellness program - earn up to $700 in incentives through points accumulation for accomplishing a variety of wellness activities. Also offered by the Company are employer paid onsite flu shots, biometric screenings, free health coaching & MUCH more!
• Employer paid life insurance - $50,000 policy with options for voluntary life up to $400,000 benefit maximum
• Financial planning resources & onsite financial wellness workshops
• Employer subsidized work shoes & safety glasses program
• Reader Precision Solutions branded attire - $100 annual allowance
• Employee Referral bonus - $1,000
• Satisfying work...leaving work at the end of the day knowing that the GREAT work you do is meaningful and appreciated by the Company, our clients, and end users who benefit from the high-quality components we manufacture for them!

With the right mix of drive, commitment to excellence, & consistent performance, you will have the opportunity to further develop your skills in different areas with increasing responsibilities & rewards!

Reader Precision Solutions Four Pillars:

• Innovation - we apply creative solutions to exceed expectations internally and externally. We deliver creative solutions by pursuing continuous improvement, challenging the limits of conventional thinking to drive positive change, and engaging our clients to achieve synergy.
• Empowerment - we equip our employees to succeed. We nurture success by setting realistic goals and standards; with accountability and regular performance feedback, providing training opportunities for growth and learning and offering employees a safe and modern work environment.
• Integrity - our reputation is everything. We preserve and enhance our reputation by operating with the highest ethical standards, focusing on client needs, and contributing positively to our community and environment.
• Respect - we act with honor in all our interactions. In our interactions, we accept and value individual differences, work together with a positive attitude and promote open and honest communication in a team-based environment.

Reader Precision Solutions is a premier contract manufacturer of precision machined components, delivering high-quality, mission-critical solutions across a wide range of industries and applications. With decades of expertise, Reader Precision operates under a comprehensive turnkey manufacturing model, offering end-to-end control from early supplier involvement and engineering collaboration to full-scale production, precision finishing, and logistics management. This integrated approach ensures exceptional quality, reliability, and responsiveness for clients in the military & weapons systems, dental & healthcare, defense & tactical, flow control, and specialty markets. Reader Precision Solutions proudly serves a diverse customer base across North America and Europe. To discover why Reader Precision Solutions is the first choice for our partners, and an employer of choice, visit our website:


Reader Precision Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.