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Komatsu

5674 Operator - Shaping/Turning

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$19.75 - $26/hr

Job Overview The Operator - Shaping/Turning position operates the Gear Shaper, Hydraulic Keyseaters ... Surface grinds cutters to sharpen or replaces when necessary. Obtains and secures appropriate ...

Huntelec

Fabricator 2

Hudson, WI · On-site

$18.75 - $24.50/hr

... cutting, grinding, and cleaning surfaces -Inspect welds to check strength, size, and structural ... gear Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Hunt Electric

Fabricator 2

Hudson, WI · On-site +1

$18.75 - $24.50/hr

... cutting, grinding, and cleaning surfaces -Inspect welds to check strength, size, and structural ... gear Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Adecco

Production Line Worker - Denmark, WI

Kaukauna, WI · On-site

$17/hr

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a cutting-edge facility with a supportive team environment ... Safety gear, including hairnets, protective frocks, and hearing protection, is mandatory to ensure ...

Sanimax

Maintenance Mechanic-Night Shift

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$25/hr

Perform welding and cutting on steel, stainless steel and aluminum * Must understand safe work ... Repair pipefitting and plumbing * Assist electricians with mounting and unmounting motors and gear ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for gear cutter in Wisconsin is $17.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.81 and $19.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a gear cutter?

A Gear Cutter is a skilled machinist who specializes in cutting and shaping gears used in mechanical systems. They operate milling machines, lathes, and specialized gear-cutting equipment to create gears with precise specifications. Gear Cutters must read technical blueprints, set up machines, and ensure accuracy through quality control checks. Their work is essential in industries like automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for a gear cutter?

As a Gear Cutter, your day-to-day tasks often include interpreting technical drawings, setting up and operating gear-cutting machines, and inspecting finished products for adherence to exact measurements and quality standards. You may also perform routine machine maintenance, document production activities, and collaborate with engineers or quality control teams to solve production challenges. This hands-on role requires focus and adaptability, as you'll frequently switch between different gear types or projects. Gear Cutters play a crucial part in ensuring machinery functions efficiently, making their work vital to manufacturing operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the gear cutter position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Gear Cutter, you need a solid understanding of machining, blueprint reading, and precise measurement, often supported by technical or vocational training in manufacturing or machining. Proficiency with gear-cutting machines such as hobbing, shaping, and CNC equipment, along with experience using measuring instruments like micrometers and calipers, is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to quality help Gear Cutters excel in producing high-precision components. These capabilities ensure gears meet strict mechanical specifications and contribute to the reliability of machinery in critical industries.

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Infographic showing various Gear Cutter job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,539 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

CNC Horizontal Lathe Set up Operator - 3rd shift

United Stars Holdings, Inc.

Hudson, WI • On-site

$22.75 - $29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

* $2,000 retention bonus *
* Hiring Immediately *
United Gear & Assembly offers:
* Benefits program active 1st of the month following your start date
which includes; health, HRA, FSA, vision and dental insurance
* 401k program with 4% company contribution
* Company paid short term disability with elective long term disability
* Company paid life insurance with additional elective life insurance available
* 40 hours paid vacation after 6 months
* 10 paid holidays
* Profit sharing plan
United Gear and Assembly, Inc. is a premier manufacturer and supplier of precision gears, shafts, and related assemblies to various global OEMs in construction, agriculture, transportation, automotive, defense, and other industries. Based out of Hudson, WI, we are vertically integrated with a broad range of capabilities encompassing Engineering, Manufacturing, Full Heat Treating and Assembly. With a reputation built on satisfying quality requirements, narrow shipping windows, responsiveness to customers needs and a competitive position in the global market, UGA has become a world-class supplier to the industry. United Gear & Assembly is ISO/TS16929:2009 registered and we combine our engineering expertise, industry and application knowledge with design and process collaboration, to bring our customers high quality, cost effective solutions, delivered on time.
RESPONSIBILITES
  1. Sets up and operates horizontal multi axis lathes to perform machining operations such as turning, boring, facing and/or threading of parts.
  2. Review blueprints, job breakdown sheets and QC documents of part to determine the machine settings, specifications, fixtures, and tools necessary to produce the part.
  3. Selects and installs tooling or preset tooling in tool posts, turret, arbors or indexing heads and tool magazine in sequence as defined on job breakdown sheets.
  4. Mounts work piece between centers, on arbor, on a chuck or to a faceplate manually or using a hoist.
  5. Observes numerical displays on control panel and compares to process sheets to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates and speeds of machining cuts.
  6. Adjusts and directs flow of coolant against tooling and work piece.
  1. Inspects first run piece and spot checks succeeding pieces to conformance to specifications, using inspection equipment's as specified on QC documents.
  2. Inspects first run piece and spot checks succeeding pieces for conformance to specifications, using specified measuring instructions and QC documentation.
  3. Studies job packet and organizes materials for next run for the purpose of shortening changeover time.
  4. May set tools before positioning them in machine, using precision gauges and instruments.
  5. May setup and operate another machine tool during machining cycles.
  6. Preform preventive maintenance on machine and maintain cleanliness of work area.
  7. Complete "Daily Operator Checklist" at the beginning of each shift or when moving to new area.
  8. Additional duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Intermediate reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent, or a 2-degree program.
Two to five years' experience with Gear Cutting, Hobb and Lathe equipment in a manufacturing environment.
Computer literate with the ability to learn and work statistical and manufacturing software applications. Duties require verbal and written communication skills.
Microsoft Office Professional, Word, Excel, statistical and manufacturer software a plus
Important Qualities for Successful Job Performance: (Y for Yes, N for No)
Problem Solving: Y Analytical Ability: Y Communication Skills: Y
Bilingual: N Interpersonal Skills: Y Dexterity: Y
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide on-the-job training to employee on software application and use.
Physical Demands (By percentage of activity)
Standing: 90% Walking: 50% Sitting: 5% Balancing: 0%
Stooping: 5% Kneeling: 0% Crouching: 5% Crawling: 0%
Climbing: 0% Hearing: 40% Talking 25% Tasting or Smelling: 0%
Reaching/working overhead: 0% Keyboard use/repetitive Hand Motion: 1%
Pushing: 10% Weight: 50 lbs.
Pulling: 10% Weight: 50 lbs.
Lifting: 80% Weight: 50 lbs.
Carrying: 10% Weight: 50 lbs.
Work Environment (Percent of the on-the-job time exposed to each condition)
Vibration: 0% Radiation: 0% Explosives: 0%
Electricity: 0% Non-weather heat: 0% Non-Weather cold: 0%
Outdoor Weather: 0% Height: 0% Toxic/caustic chemicals: 0%
Moving mechanical parts: 0% Fumes or airborne particles: 90%
Non-weather wet, humid conditions: 0%
Keywords: Lathe, Horizontal Turning, Turning, Machinist, CNC Machinist, Setup
Sunday through Thursday
10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Shift differential is $4.00 per hour additional
Candidate would need to be able to train on 1st shift.

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