Werko Machine

At a Glance

Company: Werko Machine Co.
Location: Pennsauken, NJ (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $34 – $42 per hour (DOE)
Shift: 1st Shift – Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Senior (5+ years CNC machining experience)
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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Why This Role Exists

Werko Machine Company is looking for a Lead CNC Mill Machinist who is comfortable running their FEMCO horizontal boring mill — that is the main need driving this hire. As workload increases across custom and high-precision manufacturing projects, this person will also support programming, setup, and operator development on the shop floor.

This role plays a critical part in maintaining quality, improving efficiency, and ensuring consistent production standards inside our climate-controlled 18,000 sq. ft. facility in Pennsauken, NJ.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Program, set up, and operate CNC milling machines
• Assist operators with setups, tooling, and process improvements
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and GD&T
• Determine workholding, tooling selection, and machining sequence
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, and precision gauges
• Verify dimensional accuracy and hold tight tolerances
• Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust offsets, feeds, and speeds
• Support production scheduling and maintain workflow consistency
• Maintain high professional standards of communication and shop organization

This is a hands-on leadership position — not just programming from a desk.

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

CNC Milling Equipment:

• FEMCO Horizontal Boring Mill (Full B-Axis Rotary)
• Haas VF-6 with 4th Axis Rotary
• Milltronics VM Series
• Fadal 4020

Controls:

• Haas
• Milltronics
• Fanuc-based systems

CAM Software:

• Autodesk CAD/CAM systems

Inspection Tools:

• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Precision gauges

Horizontal boring mill experience is the top priority for this hire.

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Mild & Alloy Steel
• Stainless Steel
• Custom high-precision materials

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What We’re Looking For

Required

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience
• Hands-on experience running a horizontal boring mill (FEMCO or similar)
• Strong CNC mill programming, setup, and operation experience
• Proficiency using CAM software
• Blueprint & GD&T interpretation skills
• Ability to lead by example on the shop floor
• Strong troubleshooting and process improvement ability
• Reliable, organized, and mechanically skilled

Preferred

• Multi-axis CNC machining experience
• Experience in high-mix or custom manufacturing environments
• Manual machining knowledge

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Werko Machine Co. because:

• Climate-controlled shop environment
• 75+ years of manufacturing stability
• Modern equipment across milling, turning, and fabrication
• Leadership opportunities for experienced machinists
• Steady 1st shift schedule
• Respect for skilled tradespeople

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $34 – $42 per hour (DOE)

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Vision plan
• Pension plan / 401(k)
• Life insurance
• 2 weeks PTO + sick leave
• End-of-year bonus

Schedule:
Monday – Friday
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Overtime: As needed based on production demand

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