CNC Lathe Machinist

🔍 At a glance
Company: MRS Machining
Location: Augusta, WI
Pay: $25.00–$35.00/hour, based on experience
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: 2nd & 3rd Shift (shift premium paid)
Machines: CNC Lathes
Controls: Mazak

Why MRS Machining is worth considering

MRS Machining is a precision CNC lathe and milling job shop running state-of-the-art machinery and tooling out of a clean, air-conditioned shop in Augusta, Wisconsin. The company has been family-owned for 40 years, and this role runs the lathe side of the floor — setting up, programming, and operating CNC lathes on close-tolerance turning and cutting work. Pay runs $25–$35/hour depending on experience, with a shift premium on top for 2nd and 3rd shift, plus a full benefits package that includes 401(k) matching and profit sharing.

What you'll be doing

• Set up, program, adjust, and operate CNC lathes to perform close-tolerance turning and cutting operations
• Operate computer-controlled machines and equipment to manufacture metal components
• Read and follow blueprints, department routings, and shop travelers
• Perform frequent quality checks and accurate measurements to ensure parts meet specifications
• Check inserts and tooling, and replace inserts, blades, or cutters as needed
• Communicate any deviations or quality concerns to supervisors
• Participate in cross-training

Machines, controls and software

Works on CNC lathes performing close-tolerance turning and cutting; Mazak experience is a plus.

What we're looking for

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years or older

Preferred

• CNC lathe setup and programming knowledge
• CNC machining experience or training
• Mazak experience
• Experience with precision measuring equipment
• Strong general problem-solving ability
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers
• Vocational/technical education or a Machine Tool diploma

Pay, benefits and schedule

Pay: $25.00–$35.00/hour, based on experience, plus a 2nd & 3rd shift premium.

Schedule: Full-time, 45–50 hours per week, 2nd or 3rd shift, with overtime available.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with up to 6% company match
• Profit sharing
• Flexible spending account and health savings account
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Birthday off with pay
• Paid meal during 12-hour shifts
• On-the-job training
• Employee referral program

About MRS Machining and apply

MRS Machining is a family-owned precision CNC lathe and milling job shop in Augusta, Wisconsin, running on state-of-the-art machinery and tooling in a clean, air-conditioned shop. The company has been in business for 40 years and values a work environment where employees matter.

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