CNC Lathe & Mill Cell Machinist‑Programmer

Job Description

Job Description

Do you think in thousandths? Let’s build remarkable parts together.

If programming a cell, dialing in a setup, and watching a flawless first-article hit spec sounds like a great day, Trace-A-Matic in Brookfield, WI wants to meet you. We’re a stable, growing manufacturer where you can thrive in a clean, climate-controlled shop and share directly in the company’s success.

Imagine this

You load a fully documented repeat job, verify your offsets, run a first piece to print, and then refine code for better finish and cycle time. You document the inspection, coach an operator on consistent checks, and keep two machines humming while you prep the next setup. That’s impact.

Your mission

• Program CNC machines and make effective edits to improve part quality and throughput.
• Set up complex and repeat jobs to standard, ensuring repeatability and accuracy.
• Produce and verify first-article parts; complete inspection sheets and paperwork.
• Apply GD&T and advanced shop math (trig/geometry) to hold tight tolerances.
• Run multiple machines in a production cell when required.
• Read and interpret blueprints at a medium-to-advanced level.
• Mentor operators on repetitive tasks and sound metrology practices.
• Contribute to team goals with additional duties as needed.

What you’ll need

• High school diploma; CNC technical diploma preferred
• 5+ years of machining experience
• Mechanical aptitude and strong math fundamentals
• Hands-on skill with precision measurement and hand metrology
• Ability to troubleshoot CNC machines

Machines you’ll command

• VMCs (3–4 axis and 5+ axis): Fanuc, Mazak, Okuma, DMG Mori Seiki, Makino
• Lathes (2–4 axis and 5+ axis): Mazak, Haas, Doosan, DMG Mori Seiki, Miyano, Okuma

Where and when

• Brookfield, Wisconsin
• 1st Shift: 5:00am–3:30pm, Mon–Fri
• 2nd Shift: 3:00pm–1:30am, Mon–Fri

Why you’ll love it here

• Gainsharing: 50/50 profit split with employees, paid quarterly
• Relocation assistance if you’re moving to the area
• 10 paid holidays plus service-based PTO
• Medical, dental, vision, and more
• On-site fitness center and medical clinic
• Weekly pay
• Company-provided uniforms and a safety shoe allowance
• Performance merit increases
• Climate-controlled environment
• Free coffee, always

Our commitment

We’re people-first. You’ll find a safe, supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth while we deliver excellence in complex precision‑machined components and exceed customer expectations.