at QPS Employment Group in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, United States
Job Description
Hours: 3:00pm-11:00pm, 11:00pm-7:00am
QPS Employment Group is hiring a Lead CNC Machinist for a company in Elkhorn, WI. This is a direct hire opportunity on 2nd or 3rd shift.
Lead CNC Machinist Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Operate CNC machines, including tooling setup, insert changes, offsets, and deburring of finished parts
- Manufacture components according to engineering prints, specifications, and GD&T requirements
- Perform quality assurance inspections using precision measurement tools to confirm part compliance
- Accurately document quality data and production metrics for reporting and improvement purposes
- Support preventive maintenance through routine machine checks and communication with maintenance staff
- Review production schedules, prioritize tasks, and prepare equipment and materials for daily operations
- Perform light corrective maintenance on CNC machines as needed
- Safely handle and move materials, including heavy components, using overhead cranes and hoists
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with company policies
- Participate in process improvement initiatives, including fixturing and tooling development
Lead CNC Machinist Requirements:
- Skilled in Mazatrol and G-code programming, including interpretation, editing, and troubleshooting
- Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and specifications
- Experienced in the use of micrometers, bore gauges, calipers, and height stands
- Familiar with SPC principles and ISO quality systems to ensure standards are consistently met
- Minimum 5 years of experience operating and setting up CNC lathes and mills, including horizontal and vertical machining centers (preferred)
- Strong communication skills with the ability to read, write, and document in English
- Proficient in recording production and quality data accurately and consistently
- Ability to safely handle and load parts over 500 pounds using overhead cranes or hoists
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Able to perform repetitive tasks with consistency and attention to detail
- Maintain safety, cleanliness, and organization in the workplace
- Perform in a manufacturing environment and adhere to company safety standards and policies
