Setup Machinist, 1st Shift / Cudahy
DESCRIPTION DATE: Sep 2025
MicroPrecision is a leading supplier of precision machined and turned components located in Delavan, WI. We are a growing company, devoted to a safe working environment, focused on Customer and Employee success, and driven by Continuous Improvement.
We are growing the World’s Best Company in Delavan & Cudahy.
MicroPrecision LLC has a history of steady employment (our average employee tenure is 8.2 years), a stable team-focused workforce, offers excellent working conditions, a climate-controlled facility & state-of-the-art equipment.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Under direction from the Production Supervisor and Setup A writes, sets up and adjusts machines to meet print requirements. Operates machines to manufacture a variety of standard parts, performs secondary operations and checks parts to close tolerances and finish requirements.
Full-Time
Salary Range:
$28-$35 Hourly DOE
Shift Available:
1st shift: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm
Machines you will work with:
HAAS Vertical Mills
HAAS Lathes
Okuma Lathes
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Receive work assignments; drawings, sequence of operations and machine requirements such as feeds, speeds, dimensions and tolerances
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Grind tools and sets up machines for operations
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Sets speeds, feeds, tooling arrangements and operational sequences
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Select and prepare correct part(s) and loads into machine
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Operate machine(s) as required through manipulating levers, hand wheels and by engaging power, adjusting flow of coolant, observing operations, checking dimensions and adjusting as necessary
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list of responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management deems necessary. Employees are and will be held accountable for all duties of the job.
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Receives work order, sets up machines and adjusts as necessary
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Download or loads programs to machine through the system
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May write programs
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May operate multiple machines
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Perform close tolerance machining operations such as centering, drilling, reaming, tapping, turning, milling, deburr at back side, file and/or sand
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Operations may vary with approval of supervisor to compensate for variations in material and machining operations
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Dress, grind or sharpen tools as necessary
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Lubricate machines as needed with oil, grease and coolant
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Will work from drawings specifications and job layouts using a variety of measuring instruments
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Make machine and tool adjustments as needed
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Obtain and return tools as required
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Maintain cutting tools in proper working order
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Checks parts per specification and ensure proper forms are completed including part tags, process sheets and timecards
- Maintain and improve insert and tooling management
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May help and train other staff
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Must be quality conscious and continuously look for quality improvements
REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.
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High School Diploma or G.E.D.
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3 to 5 years of machine setup operator experience in a manufacturing environment or as approved by manager
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Maintain clean and orderly work area, including equipment and perform all assignments in safe manner
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Mastercam experience a plus
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G Code & M Code programming, writing and comprehension skills a plus
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Exhibit core values of integrity and responsibility
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Demonstrates the ability to read, write, speak and hear, interpret documents and instructions in written, oral, blueprint, diagram and schedule form in English
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Perform basic math calculations
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Ability to work at established levels of production
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Ability to lift and carry of up to 50 pounds safely
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Regularly required to sit, stand, stoop, crouch and kneel
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Vision requirements include (corrective and non) close range, distance, color, peripheral, depth and ability to adjust focus
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Comply with all company, safety and quality policies and procedures
WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Exposure to moderate noises
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Temperature variances
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Exposure to fumes, chemicals and airborne particles
Benefits & Perks of joining the MicroPrecision Family:
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Competitive, experienced-based wages
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$2k Sign-On Bonus
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$2k Referral Bonus
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Quarterly Incentive Bonus Program
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Paid Weekly
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Climate-controlled facility
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PTO accrual begins upon hire – up to 3 weeks in first full year!
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11 Holidays
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Education Assistance – up to $5k per year per employee
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Career Advancement – ongoing training & opportunity for internal growth
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Company lunches, annual pig roast
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Onsite no cost annual flu shots
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Tool Purchase Program
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Safety Shoe Reimbursement of up to $150 per year
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No cost Prescription Safety Glasses
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Uniform rental & laundry services available at low cost
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Summer Internships for local High School students & for employee’s kids
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State Certified Apprenticeship Program
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Casual work environment
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Free coffee, fruit & ice cream
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Benefits begin first of the month following 30 days
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Medical Plan
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Near site clinic with zero-dollar health services, primary care, preventive care, walk-in visits, labs, prescriptions
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401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 5% company match & 100% vested
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Immediately, pre-tax & after-tax options available
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Company paid Life Ins – equal to annual salary
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Company paid Short Term Disability
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Dental Ins
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Vision Ins
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Flex Spending Plan
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Dependent Care Flex
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Critical Illness Ins
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Accident Ins
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Long Term Disability
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Legal Plan
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Pet Ins
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Hospital Indemnity
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Employee Assistance Program – no cost & confidential
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Travel Assistance
- Financial Planning Resources & onsite no cost Financial Advisor apt
We are Growing The World’s Best Company!
Visit our website: https://micro-precision.com
