$19 - $24 per hour
We are looking for a quality-minded well-rounded machinist/ CNC operator for a second shift opening. In this role you would be responsible for different tasks utilizing your skills and knowledge. Primary Role would be ru…
Skilled Trades · Milwaukee, WI
Machinist jobs in Milwaukee, WI
Machinists set up and run manual and CNC machines, turning prints and CAD models into precision metal parts held to tolerances of a thousandth of an inch.
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$17–$39/hr
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$53k
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From Aisle to Algorithm and for All Life’s Moments, at David’s Bridal, we empower our customers and our employees to stay true to their dreams and find the one, whether that means the event or the wedding dress that matc…
Position: CNC Machinist Location: Milwaukee, Germantown, or West Bend, WI Job Type: Direct Hire Job Summary: We are hiring an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate ProtoTRAK mills/lathes, surface grinders, jig…
Shape the Future with Us . At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the specialty chemicals market through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact…
$50k - $65k
Job Title: CNC Machinist Job Description We are looking for a skilled CNC Machinist to join our team. You will be responsible for setting up and operating a 3 machine cell, including a CNC lathe, mill, and robot. Your…
$43.95 per hour
Auto req ID: 15714 Title: Machinist Fabricator Job Function: Manufacturing Location: PDC Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Full or Part-Time: Full Time Shift: All shifts Pay Rate: $43.95 At Harley-Davidson, we are b…
industries. Cornerstone Composites, Inc. located on the north side of Milwaukee, has an immediate need for a CNC Programmer/ Machinist on 1st shift . The primary function of the CNC Programmer/Machinist is programming an…
$38 per hour
Seeking a **CNC Machinist **to operate and set up CNC mills, lathes, and Swiss-type machines. This role produces high-quality machined components while following blueprints and technical instructions. Ideal candidates ha…
to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you. How You’ll Make an Impact As a Tool & Die Machinist , you will play a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by repairing, fab…
Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 30 operating businesses in 13 countries. Senior designs, manufactures and markets high-technology components and systems for the princip…
$44.38 per hour
about making a real difference as part of a winning team like we do, we want to hear from you. The Headlines: In the role of Machinist (Maintenance Machine Repair) working in Milwaukee, WI you will be part of the skilled…
$30 - $45 per hour
Are you a great cnc machinist with boring bar expertise? Want to work for a stable and growing company? Want to work 1st shift? Let's hear from you! * Read blueprints accurately for complex fabrications. * Operate large…
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What machinists earn in Milwaukee
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $17–$23 | $36k–$48k |
| Journeyman | $22–$29 | $46k–$61k |
| Master / Lead | $27–$39 | $57k–$81k |
Adjusted for the Milwaukee market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
CNC setup and operationG-code and CAM softwareBlueprint and GD&T readingMicrometers and calipersManual lathe and mill workTooling and speeds/feedsQuality inspectionShop math and trigonometry
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through setting up a CNC mill for a new part.
Cover reviewing the print, workholding, tool setup and offsets, proving the program, and first-article inspection. Sequence and care are what they listen for.
How comfortable are you reading GD&T on a print?
Be honest about your level and give an example, like holding a true-position callout. If you are stronger on limit dimensions, say so.
A part starts drifting out of tolerance mid-run. What do you check?
Name the suspects in order: tool wear, thermal growth, workholding, and offsets. Show you adjust based on measurement, not guesswork.
What is your experience writing or editing G-code?
Distinguish between editing programs at the control and programming in CAM. Name the controls and software, such as Fanuc, Haas, or Mastercam.
What is the tightest tolerance you regularly hold, and on what material?
Give a real number with context. Holding a few tenths on stainless says more than any adjective.
How do you document your setups for repeat jobs?
Describe setup sheets, tool lists, and photos so the next run starts fast. Shops value machinists who make jobs repeatable.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For machinists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the tightest tolerances you hold routinely and the materials you cut.
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Name your controls and CAM software: Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, Mastercam, or Fusion 360.
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Distinguish operator, setup, and programming experience; each pays differently.
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List NIMS credentials or a completed machinist apprenticeship if you have them.
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Mention inspection skills and equipment, from micrometers to CMM experience.
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Include industry context such as aerospace, medical, or job-shop work, since tolerance culture differs.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Machine Operator
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Machinist
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CNC Programmer
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Tool and Die Maker or Shop Lead
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