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Screw Machine Operator
 QPS Employment Group | |
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 United States, Wisconsin, Menomonee Falls | |
 Oct 13, 2026 | |
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Position Title: Screw Machine Operator
Wage: $25.00/hour Are your skills not being fully utilized? Reach your maximum potential by working as a Screw Machine Operator in Menomonee Falls, WI. Apply today! Screw Machine Operator Responsibilities: - Sets up and operates single or multiple spindle lathe type screw machines equipped with automatic indexing and feeding mechanisms to machine metal bar stock - Reads blueprint or job order for product specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, number of parts to be machined, and tooling instructions such as cutting speeds, feed rates, depth of cuts, and cutting tools to be used - Positions and secures specified collets, bushings, and stock pushers onto stock feeding mechanism and loads bar stock into feeding mechanism - Installs and adjusts specified cams, gears, and stops to control stock and tool movements at each station - Positions and secures tools in tool holders - Sets cutting speeds and feed rates - Moves controls to cycle machine through settings, stopping machine and adjusting tool positions and machine controls to allow for operating factors such as timing, clearance between moving parts, and chip removal - Starts machine, observes operation, and inspects first run and sample work piece to ensure machining conforms to specifications - Replaces worn tools - Operates bench grinder to sharpen tools Requirements for Screw Machine Operator: - High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization - Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry - Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations - Ability to lift up to 50lbs IND159 | |