CNC Operator 3

Job Description

Job Description

If you like learning about and using the latest gadgets, can work safely and efficiently as part of a team and are looking for an opportunity to grow, turn that passion into a career as a Fisher Barton Machine Operator. CNC Operators operate, set up, adjust, program, and troubleshoot CNC machines and tooling in a fast-paced environment, ensuring machines run smoothly, work at capacity without issue, and are appropriately maintained. Fisher Barton values our 3C’s Culture, working every day to execute Customer Excellence, A Culture of Fairness, and Community Involvement.

At Level 3, You will also:

• Set up (including 3 part run off), operate, change fixtures on CNC VMs and other equipment 
• Monitor and control machine, tooling, and/or programming to ensure parts meet customer requirements
• Follow check sheets and using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and others to measure part features, and to check and/or inspect machining operations and finished product quality
• Maintain tooling inventories
• Maintain all documentation as required

Required at Level 3:

• 2 years CNC Setup Machining experience or successful performance as a Fisher Barton CNC Operator Level 2

• CNC equipment operation
• CNC equipment troubleshooting
• Experience training or cross-training operators
• Completion of FBU Level 3 requirements

Preferred at Level 3:

• 4+ years of CNC Setup Machining experience with both short and long runs
• Experience working on Mori Seiki, G&L, Haas, Okuma machines
• Lean Manufacturing training

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing: Loud (Examples: metal manufacturing department, large earth moving equipment)
• The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of environmental conditions. 
• Fisher Barton provides our team members with safety footwear and prescription safety eyeglass benefits. 

Work Location: 560 Bluemound Rd Waukesha WI 53188

Shift: 2nd Shift 2:00PM - 10:00PM

We're interested in talking with machinists who have experience with:

• CNC Lathes
• set ups is a plus 
• Mastercam Software ( programming position only )
• 3-axis, 4-axis, or 5-axis machining
• Horizontal turning centers
  • Sub Spindle, Twin Turret, Y-Axis, B-Axis
• Large-part machining (Up to 96” Diameter)
• Fanuc, Mori Seikis, Haas, Okumas etc 
• Print reading and precision inspection (.0000)
• Tooling, fixturing, offsets, and machine setup
• Marine, defense, aerospace, heavy equipment, or similar manufacturing environments (ITAR)

Shop highlights

• WE ARE EMPLOYEE OWNED company!
• ALL TOOLS PROVIDED by company
• High Mix of Equipment Variety (HTM, VTM, Swiss)
• Career ladders with opportunities for advancement
• Complex defense manufacturing work
• Opportunity to solve difficult setup and programming problems
• ISO 9001:2026 certified organization
• $2,000 Referral bonus Program!
• $2/hour 2nd shift premium
• Four-day Monday–Thursday schedule (2nd shift only )

Even if your experience doesn't match one opening perfectly, we'd still encourage you to apply. We'll determine which opportunity best fits your background.

Who we are:

At Fisher Barton, we combine years of experience across multiple industries to deliver unparalleled innovation. Our world-class talent understands the behavior of materials and develops leading-edge solutions that meet your unique needs. We’re more than a source for high-quality parts; Fisher Barton is your resource for the highest quality solutions you’ll find—anywhere.

Fisher Barton is an equal opportunity employer who welcome and encourages diversity in our workforce. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.