Screw Machine Operator

Screw Machine Operator

The Screw Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining automatic and CNC screw machines to manufacture precision metal components according to engineering specifications and quality standards. This role involves reading blueprints, interpreting work instructions, selecting appropriate tooling, performing machine adjustments, and monitoring production runs to ensure parts meet dimensional requirements. The operator will conduct routine quality inspections using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges, troubleshoot machine issues, replace worn tooling, and perform basic preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate automatic and CNC screw machines.
• Read blueprints and interpret work instructions.
• Select appropriate tooling and perform machine adjustments.
• Monitor production runs to ensure parts meet dimensional requirements.
• Conduct routine quality inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Troubleshoot machine issues and replace worn tooling.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical skills
• Ability to read blueprints
• Experience in machine setup
• Screw machine operation
• Mechanically inclined
• Machine operating
• Wrenching skills
• Drill press operation

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Benefit from profit-sharing bonuses and 401(k) matching with a retirement income account. Life insurance, paid vacation, and holidays are also included.

Work Environment

Join a well-lit, clean, and organized environment with climate control and significant investment in new equipment, including automation and new CNC machines. The work involves bench-type assembly. Available shifts are 1st shift from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm and 2nd shift from 2:30 pm to 10:30 pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chetek, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)