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Trainee - CNC Operator

Waukesha Bearings Corporation
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Antigo
703 Amron Avenue (Show on map)
May 05, 2026
DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS: Dover Precision Components 'DPC' ('the Company') is part of Dover Corporation's ('the Parent Company') Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently. WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS Dover PrecisionComponents delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions,and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China. BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES. We are diligent in recognizing our employees' needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC WAUKESHA BEARINGS - ANTIGO, WI Part of Dover Precision Components Waukesha Bearings in Antigo, Wisconsin is part ofDover Precision Components ('DPC'), an operating company within Dover Corporation's Pumps and Process Solutions segment. While our Antigo facility is locally known and trusted as Waukesha Bearings, we are proud to be part of a global organization delivering performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical, and general processing markets. Together asDover Precision Components, we design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components that help deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers around the world to operate more efficiently. WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS At Waukesha Bearings and across Dover Precision Components, we deliver products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong portfolio includes products and services offered under the brands Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls, with locations across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES. At our Antigo location, we are committed to recognizing our employees' needs and providing an enriching experience through professional development opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative culture - combined with competitive health and wellness benefits - reflects who we are as a company and how we invest in our people. Join Waukesha Bearings in Antigo and become part of the global Dover Precision Components team. Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented CNC Machinist to join our dynamic manufacturing team on our 2nd and 3rd Shift. In this role, you will operate, set up, and program CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines to produce precision components that meet strict quality standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing equipment, including CNC lathes and milling machines, in a fast-paced environment dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement. 2nd Shift: Monday to Thursday 2PM to Midnight 3rd Shift: Monday to Thursday 8PM to 6AM Shift Premium for off shifts! Duties Actively promote and participate in advancing the safety culture of the facility. Read, process sheets, blueprints, and sketches to determine dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements. Locate and download programs from a DNC storage system. Interpret work instructions. Identify, select and install proper tooling for operations being performed. Calculate proper feeds and speeds for a variety of steel grades, copper, brass, aluminum and bronze Read, understand, edit and/or write programs. Understand capabilities of tooling and machinery. Understand applicable quality systems and perform necessary quality inspections. Adhere to all Waukesha Bearings policies and procedures. Seek out and participate in Continuous Improvement opportunities. Set up all necessary measuring equipment and routinely check the calibration of the equipment while measuring. Create and maintain a team focused work environment. The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following Experience, Skills, And Abilities: At minimum Manufacturing experience with prior experience with precision inspection equipment including, but not limited to, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges One year Machine Tool Operation certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience The ideal candidate can work with mathematical concepts such as fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. The ideal candidate has experience operating CNC machinery such as CNC milling machines or CNC lathes in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has knowledge of CNC programming languages (e.g., G-code) and CAM programming software for toolpath creation. The ideal candidate has familiarity with blueprint reading, GD&T standards, and mechanical drawings. The ideal candidate has ability to use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and coordinate measuring machines confidently. The ideal candidate will demonstrated commitment to safety protocols and lean manufacturing practices within a fast-paced production setting. Must be a U.S. citizen (due to ITAR and UNNPI regulatory requirements) We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contacthr@doverprecision.comfor assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.