CNC Setup Machinist – 4-Day Work Week (Milling & Turning)
Salary: $1 - $68,000 per hour
Location: East Troy, WI
Posted: January 29 2026
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
CNC Setup Specialist - High-Precision Engineering (1st and 2nd Shift Avail)
- 2+ years of CNC experience and 1+ year of set-up experience is required for this position
- Strong understanding of blueprints, GD&T, and G&M codes is also a requirement
- 1st Shift: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm (Monday – Friday)
- 2nd Shift: 3:00 pm – 1:30 am (Monday – Thursday ONLY), offering a consistent 3-day weekend
- Pay is up to $33 hourly
- Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder
- No remote
- Full-time
- Permanent W-2 employee
- Full benefits
- No relocation
- East Troy, Wisconsin area
This full-time, permanent CNC Setup Specialist career opportunity is with a stable, high-growth manufacturer specializing in high-precision components for the Aerospace, Military, and Defense industries. You will produce superior products that have a real-world impact. The company fosters a high-pride, collaborative culture and is deeply committed to the professional growth of its team, offering skills-based training and internal promotion paths. If you are looking for a career in a "continuous improvement" environment where your precision work is valued and the shop floor is exceptionally clean and climate-controlled, this is the perfect home for you.
The successful candidate's duties and responsibilities will encompass the following:
- Perform complete setups and accurately operate automated CNC metal milling and turning centers to exacting Aerospace and Military specifications
- Utilize a variety of precision gauging and measuring instruments to ensure 100% quality compliance on high-complexity runs
- Manage tool page offsets and tool settings to maintain tight tolerances and optimize machine cycle times
- Investigate and troubleshoot mechanical or program-related issues to maintain a high-efficiency production flow
- Actively participate in continuous improvement projects and maintain a 5S-compliant, organized, and safe workspace
Candidates must have a minimum background consisting of the following:
- 2+ years of machinist experience operating lathes or mills and 1+ years of set up experience
- Strong ability to understand blueprints
- An understanding of GD&T and G&M codes
- Ability to follow safety requirements
- Ability to utilize gauging and a variety of measuring instruments
- A solid work history
- A US citizen or possess a green card
- A residence within 45 minutes