CNC Machinist II -1st Shift | Menomonie, WI

At a Glance Company: Prototek Digital Manufacturing Location: Menomonie, WI (On-site) Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $29.00- $35.00/hr >> Shift: 1st Shift (Day) 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: Setup and operate CNC mills and/or lathes for intermediate to complex jobs Select machines, tooling, fixtures, and materials based on project requirements Modify existing programs to improve efficiency and quality Design custom fixtures and calculate speeds, feeds, and depths of cut Perform dimensional and visual inspections using precision measuring tools Support less-experienced machinists with technical guidance Collaborate with Project Managers on job scope, timing, and quoting Machines, Controls & Software Machines: CNC Mills and Lathes (Haas, Mazak, Doosan, Hurco) Controls: Fanuc, Mazatrol 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 set up and operating machining Proficiency in print reading, GD&T, and high-tolerance machining 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 for 2nd shift Real opportunities to grow into programming and leadership roles A team that respects skilled machinists Benefits Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance Company paid life and long-term disability insurance 9 paid Holidays annually Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5% Education reimbursement program Career advancement opportunities Flexible Schedule Competitive pay scale Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service Apply Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC. Apply Now or Save This Job to come back later. #J-18808-Ljbffr