Lathe Machinist

A to Z Machine Company

Appleton, WI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Blueprints, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, CNC Lathe, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Health Plan, High School Diploma, Insurance, Lathe, Machine Tool, Machining, Mentoring, Primary Care, Team Player, Urgent Care
LOCATION
Appleton, WI
POSTED
26 days ago

We're Hiring: CNC Lathe Machinist
Location: Appleton, WI
Full-Time
1st or 2nd Shift (2 Shift: 3-Day Workweek - Work 36 Hours, Get Paid for 40!)
7% Shift Premium
Join a Company Where YOU Own the Future (ESOP Company!)

Are you a skilled lathe machinist who's ready for a cleaner, more advanced, and more rewarding workplace?
At A to Z Machine, we're not just producing precision parts-we're building a future we all own together. As an employee-owned company, we invest in your success as much as our own.


What You'll Do:

  • Program, set up, and operate Doosan CNC lathes (12-32" chucks) with Fanuc controls

  • Work on 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machines in a non-production setting

  • Collaborate with the team to choose the most efficient machining methods

  • Ensure accuracy and part quality based on blueprints and specs

  • Follow 6S and safety protocols to maintain a top-tier work environment

  • Embrace continuous improvement and innovation in tools, CAD/CAM, and setups


What You Bring:

  • 3+ years of CNC lathe experience in a job shop environment

  • Strong problem-solving and prioritization skills

  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

  • Self-sufficiency with a strong desire to grow and improve

  • High school diploma or GED preferred


What We Offer:

2nd Shift = 3 Days On, 4 Days Off - consistent long weekends
7% shift premium
Regular performance & wage reviews
Two low-cost health plans + FREE access to near-site primary/urgent care clinic
Dental, vision, life, short- & long-term disability, accident & critical illness insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) + wellness programs
401(k) with employer match
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - you're not just an employee, you're an owner
Modern, high-tech equipment in a clean, climate-controlled facility
Monthly employee recognition + clear career growth paths
A culture built on teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement


Bonus Points If You:

  • Have experience with multi-axis machining or live tooling

  • Thrive in a high-mix, low-volume environment

  • Enjoy mentoring others or learning new CAD/CAM and fixturing processes


Don't just work a job - own your future with A to Z Machine.
Apply now at www.atozmachine.com/careers or email your resume to careers@atozmachine.com

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