We’re hiring CNC Set-Up Machinists to support a rapidly growing production operation in a clean, modern, and climate-controlled facility. Whether you're an experienced machinist or a recent graduate of a CNC program looking to learn and grow, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, tight-knit team where your career path is only limited by your ambition. What We Offer: • Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent 4-day workweek and long weekends with Fridays off! • Strong Team Culture: Join a crew that collaborates well and genuinely enjoys their work. • Growth Opportunities: Advance into supervisory roles, CNC programming, or industrial engineering—the possibilities are endless. • Training & Development: Cross-training and ongoing skill development built into your career. • Robust Benefits Package: • Great health insurance (even pet insurance!) • Holiday pay, PTO, and employee referral bonuses • 401(k) with company match • Tuition reimbursement • Relocation Assistance: Full relocation package up to $15,000 • Clean & Modern Facility: Safe, well-equipped, and air-conditioned • Community Driven: Proud to give back through local charities and volunteerism About the Role: We currently have 5 openings on 1st shift and 10 on 2nd shift due to rapid expansion. You’ll play a vital role in setting up and running CNC lathe and mill machines, ensuring precision, safety, and quality every step of the way. Key Responsibilities: • Set up and operate CNC lathe and mill machines to produce precision parts • Interpret and work from blueprints, check-sheets, and work instructions • Perform multiple set-ups daily in a job-shop environment • Conduct quality inspections using calipers, micrometers, and height gauges • Make tooling and machine adjustments to ensure quality output What You Bring: Required: • 1+ years of CNC set-up experience (or recent CNC program graduate) • Experience with CNC lathe and mill machines • Blueprint reading and interpretation skills • Familiarity with calipers, micrometers, and standard inspection tools • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Comfortable with basic Microsoft Office tasks for documentation Nice to Have: • Union experience • Additional machine programming or troubleshooting skills • Degree or certification from a CNC/Machining program Ideal Candidate Traits: • A tinkerer who enjoys figuring out how things work • A problem-solver who stays cool under pressure and pays attention to detail • A lifelong learner looking to grow your skills and take on new challenges If you’re ready to take your machining career to the next level in a facility that values precision, innovation, and people—we want to hear from you. Apply now and start building your future with a company that builds more than just machines. Location: Whitewater, WI (Relocation Available – Up to $15K!) Schedule: Monday–Thursday | 10-hour shifts (Fridays OFF!) Pay: $29.04 – $32.27/hour Sign-On Bonus: $2,000 (Split: $1K after 90 days, $1K after 180 days) 2nd Shift Premium: +$2.25/hour
See More Details >>Job Title: Machine Operator Job Description As a Machine Operator, you will assist with operations on the Flexo machines, which fold, stack, and package finished products. You will play a crucial role by feeding raw stock into the machines, with tasks that can vary daily but often involve consistent repetition. Expect to lift between 10-30 lbs regularly. Responsibilities • Operate and assist with Flexo machines. • Feed raw stock into the front of the machines. • Perform inspections and quality control checks. • Package finished products. • Set up and load machines. • Conduct general labor tasks. Essential Skills • Experience in manufacturing or machine operating. • Ability to perform inspection and packaging tasks. • Experience with machine setup and quality control. • General labor skills. • Longevity in previous job roles. Additional Skills & Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent. • At least 1 year of manufacturing experience. • Ability to lift 10-30 lbs consistently. • Ability to stand for 8-10 hours per day. Why Work Here? Join a stable and growing company that has recently been acquired by an $8 billion industry leader. Benefit from great perks including 4% 401k, two health plans, weekly pay, and a 3% annual increase. Enjoy working in a privately owned, clean, and organized facility with state-of-the-art equipment. Opportunities for growth and movement across different facilities are available if desired. Work Environment, Shift, and Pay You will work in a noisy facility with Flexo and corrugated packaging machines. The plant is small, housing around 50 employees on the shop floor, providing a tight-knit and collaborative environment. 1st Shift: 6:00am-2:00pm at $17/hr ($19 after four months) 2nd Shift: 2:00pm-10:00pm at $17 + $1.25 premium ($20.25 after four months) Job Type & Location This is a position based out of FORT ATKINSON, Wisconsin. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.25/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in FORT ATKINSON,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2025. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>Spacesaver is currently recruiting for Machine Operators on 1st Shift This position is Full Time with a wage range starting at $20.00/hr. Responsibilities Include: • Operate assigned production equipment for the daily production of products, using shop orders and prints. • Experience operating Turrets, Punch Presses, Panel Benders, and Lasers. Schedule: • 4 ten hour days, Monday through Thursday, 4:00am to 2:00pm • Mandatory OT on Fridays • Mandatory OT on Saturday as needed Physical Work and Work Environment: • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to stand a minimum of 8 hours on a cement production floor. The team member frequently is required to use arms to reach and hands to handle or feel. The team member must repetitively lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. • Team members are also required to frequently talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Team members in this role are exposed to seasonal temperature/humidity changes. • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To learn more about us, visit our website! www.spacesaver.com Spacesaver is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. If you are a person with disabilities needing assistance with the application process, please email hrdepartment@spacesaver.com or call 800-255-8170.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Fort Atkinson, WI, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Fort Atkinson, WI, machinists can expect to earn an average of $1,580 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $2,340 annually. Vocational schools, trade unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring machinists in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
