CNC Setup Machinist (Tool Steel) - Day Shift

$24-$30/hr + Overtime

Join a stable, family-owned company where employees stay for the long term, with an average tenure of more than 11 years. Work in a clean, climate-controlled shop with modern Mazak, DMG Mori, Mitsubishi EDM, and Okamoto equipment while producing high-precision tooling components.

Machinists are trusted to perform setups, make adjustments, solve problems, and take ownership of their work. We're seeking experienced machinists who take pride in setup work, blueprint reading, problem-solving, and producing high-quality precision components.

What Makes Moeller Different?

• Stable, family-owned company with over 70 years of success and steady employment.
• Long-tenured workforce with an average employee tenure of more than 11 years.
• Comfortable year-round climate-controlled environment.
• Opportunities to advance - Many of our machinists have built long-term careers here, progressing into engineering, programming, leadership, and specialty machining roles.
• CNC milling, turning, grinding, EDM, and manual machining, all under one roof.
• Variety of work - Our projects range from prototype and low-volume tooling components to production runs of 100-1,000+ pieces, providing a diverse mix of setups, challenges, and machining opportunities.
• Work with industry-leading equipment including Mazak, DMG Mori, Mitsubishi EDM, Okamoto, Star, and Kitamura machines.

Schedule

Day Shift

• Monday - Friday
• 7:00am – 5:30pm

Additional Schedule Information

• Typical: 45–50 hours/week
• Additional overtime opportunities available
• Up to 14 scheduled Saturdays per year
• Saturday Schedule: 6:00am – 12:00pm

Pay & Benefits

• Starting at $24.00-$30.00/hr (based on experience)
• Typical annual earnings of approximately $60,000-$85,000+, with additional earning potential for experienced machinists working overtime.
• Ongoing training and skill development opportunities available.
• Consistent overtime available, paid at 1.5× after 40 hours.
• Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits.
• Paid time off plus paid holidays, including an extended year-end shutdown.
• Tool purchase program with discount (personal toolboxes allowed within reasonable size)
• Work alongside experienced machinists in a collaborative environment where craftsmanship, quality, and continuous improvement are valued.

What You’ll Do

• Perform full CNC machine setups (tooling, offsets, fixturing)
• Machine tool steel components to tight tolerances
• Read and interpret detailed blueprints
• Set speeds, feeds, and tolerances
• Inspect finished parts to ensure quality standards

What We're Looking For:

• 2+ years of machining experience operating and/or setting up CNC and manual machines.
• Experience performing CNC machine setups strongly preferred
• Blueprint reading skills
• Knowledge and understanding of quality measurement tools (i.e. caliper, micrometer, indicator, etc.)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and shop math skills.
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience machining tool steel and/or working with Mazatrol or Fanuc controls is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Standing for 8–10 hour shifts
• Frequent movement (walking, bending, lifting)
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

About Moeller Precision Tool

Since 1953, Moeller has been a global leader in precision tooling for industries including automotive, appliance, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. We continue to invest in equipment, technology, and employee development. With facilities across North America and Europe, we’re committed to quality, innovation, and developing our people.