R-Tech Tool amp; Machine, Inc. | Wamego, KS (On-site)
Primary Schedule: 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday–Friday
Alternate Shift Options (based on staffing and demand): 12–10, 12–12, 3–12, 3–3 (details confirmed during interview)
Shift Differential: Eligible Shifts (Yes)
Overtime: Typical 4–6+ hours/week when fully staffed; 5–10+ when short staffed
Pay (DOE):
Summary
R-Tech Tool amp; Machine is hiring CNC Machinists across multiple levels (Operator, Setup, Programmer/Process) to support a high-mix, low-volume environment. You’ll run CNC mills/lathes, maintain precision, complete in-process inspection, and contribute to a clean, organized work area.
Growth Path
Operators who demonstrate strong quality habits and aptitude can progress into Setup, and Setup Machinists can grow into Programmer/Process with demonstrated capability.
Environment
Machines: Mazak mills; Mazak and Mori Seiki lathes/turning
Controls: Mazatrol and Fanuc
Capabilities: 4- amp; 5-axis, live tooling, bridge mill
Work: High mix / low volume | typical lots 5–40
Parts: CAT thumbs, piston sleeves, forklift components
Tolerances: ±0.005 general, ±0.001 typical, tighter on critical
Inspection: micrometers, calipers, indicators, CMM, height gage
First Article: Approved by a manager or engineer who did not set up/run the part
What You’ll Do (based on level)
CNC Operator
Safely and properly load fixtures and parts; run jobs to setup sheets/standard work
Deburr, perform in-process inspection, and complete quality documentation
Use calipers/mics/gauges competently; navigate Excel + MRP
Prep parts for the next work center
Clean machine and work area; routine maintenance (coolant, oils, filters); chip handling
CNC Setup Machinist
Set up jobs: workholding, tooling, offsets, and first-article readiness
Safely prove programs; troubleshoot issues during run
Interpret prints and tolerances; apply machining best practices
Manage feeds/speeds, tool life, and offsets; familiar with varied workholding
CNC Programmer / Process Machinist
Program using SolidCAM (or comparable CAM experience that translates quickly) + offline programming
Create/modify programs for new and existing work; edits as needed
Lead prove-outs; optimize cycle time, tool life, and repeatability
Standardize setup sheets, tooling packages, and inspection expectations
Tools commonly used: Notepad++, Notepad, SolidWorks, SolidCAM, machine controls
Qualifications (level-dependent)
Safety-first mindset; dependable attendance
Print reading + precision measurement capability
Mechanical aptitude + basic math (fractions/decimals)
Comfortable using MRP to clock into/out of jobs and track completion
Preferred: G amp;M code familiarity (Setup/Programmer), CAM experience (Programmer/Process)