Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Machinist

Location: Rhinelander, WI

Compensation: $30/hr-$40/hr Based on Experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently set up and secure complex workpieces, fixtures, and tooling for machining operations.

• Interpret detailed blueprints, engineering drawings, and job layouts to determine machining sequences and requirements.

• Perform precision machining on intermediate to highly complex components using 3- to 5-axis equipment.

• Machine a variety of materials, including stainless steel, aluminum, exotic alloys, and high-temperature alloys.

• Verify tool paths and conduct collision analysis before and during machining operations.

• Configure tooling according to machine setup documentation and job specifications.

• Ensure finished components meet print tolerances, contractual requirements, and established quality standards.

• Operate overhead cranes and perform rigging procedures to position and handle oversized workpieces safely.

• Set up and use precision gauging equipment to inspect machined components.

• Monitor machining operations to maintain productivity, accuracy, and consistent quality.

• Perform routine equipment maintenance and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Follow established manufacturing procedures and workplace safety requirements.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong background in 5-axis CNC machining, including tool path verification and collision analysis.

• Experience setting up and operating CNC machining equipment in a manufacturing environment preferred.

• Familiarity with Heidenhain TNC-7 control systems strongly preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, technical drawings, and machining layouts.

• Basic understanding of G-code, M-code, and machining mathematics preferred.

• Experience working with stainless steel, aluminum, exotic alloys, and high-temperature materials is a plus.

• Experience machining large, complex weldments, including components up to 90 feet in length, preferred.

• Experience with tooling setup, workholding, fixturing, and precision inspection equipment preferred.

• Completion of a formal machining or CNC training program is beneficial.

• Overhead crane and rigging experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 60 pounds.

• Ability to stand for extended periods.

• Ability to safely handle materials, tooling, and equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment.

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