Precision CNC Lathe/Mill Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Are you the machinist who turns complex prints into flawless parts?

Do you enjoy designing your own fixtures, dialing in speeds and feeds, and proving out a clean first article—every time? At Blast Cleaning Technologies (BCT), the leader in shot blast innovation, you’ll program, set up, and run CNC lathes and mills while shaping the standards of our growing operation.

Your mission

Take ownership from setup to inspection hand‑off.

• Program with Mastercam and long‑hand at the control; write, read, and edit G- and M-code.
• Set up/operate Takisawa lathes and Bridgeport/Okuma VMCs; run parts complete to print.
• Create fixturing solutions; mount, install, align, and secure tools, fixtures, and workpieces.
• Calculate speeds/feeds and cut positions; adjust on the fly and change tooling as needed.
• Pause machines as appropriate to swap tools, refine setups, or remove finished parts per sequence.
• Measure critical dimensions using precision gauges, templates, and hand metrology to ensure conformity.
• Perform maintenance, including spindle care, machine geometry checks, and basic repairs.
• Advance BCT’s culture and core values through craftsmanship and teamwork.

Responsibilities may expand; flexibility to take on related tasks is expected.

What you bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of CNC lathe and mill setup/operation experience.
• 2+ years programming via Mastercam or long‑hand.
• Manufacturing environment experience; foundry background is a plus.
• Ability to lay out features from drawings; organized, self‑motivated, and detail‑focused; proficient with computers.

Core skill set

• GD&T
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• CNC Tooling
• Troubleshooting Skills
• CNC Machine Repair
• G-Code
• Tape Measure Reading
• M-Code
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
• Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement
• Machine Geometry & Alignment
• Spindle Maintenance & Repair
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Manual Machining Skills

Your toolkit

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Bridgeport, Okuma)
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Takisawa)
• CAM Software (Mastercam)
• 3D Modeling (AutoCAD, Solidworks)

Grow your career where investment is constant

• Comp & retirement: Highly competitive pay with a 401(k) employer match up to 6%.
• Healthcare, simplified: BCT covers 90% of medical premiums with low deductibles, zero coinsurance, and expansive networks.
• Time off: Generous PTO and paid U.S. holidays.
• Workstyle: Casual dress and a friendly, collaborative shop.
• Place & pace: Historic West Allis location with over $2M in upgrades.
• Innovation engine: We reinvest in people and tech—highlighted by our cutting‑edge foundry.
• Perks: Free coffee, popcorn, and summer cookouts.
• Learning: Tuition reimbursement and continuous education support.
• Leadership access: You’ll know—and be heard by—our ethical, hands‑on CEO.
• Opportunity for all: Second chance employer.
• Real support: Onsite HR and IT—no call centers.
• Veterans welcomed: We support and honor service members.
• American made: All components produced in the USA.

Accessibility and accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.