About this opportunity

Sentry lists this Machinist opportunity in oconomowoc, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Machinist

At Sentry Equipment, our employee-owners take pride in the quality of what we build and how we build it. As a 100% employee-owned company, we believe skilled craftsmanship, attention to detail, and ownership on the shop floor make all the difference.

We’re looking for a Machinist to join our custom job shop team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on machining work, takes pride in precision, and values working safely as part of a collaborative team.

What You’ll Do

Set up, adjust, and operate manual and CNC machines for a wide variety of custom machining work

Plan and select feeds, speeds, tooling, workholding, and cutting sequences

Machine parts with close tolerances and quality finish requirements

Work from drawings, specifications, and sketches

Use precision measuring instruments to inspect your own work

Edit feeds and speeds and load existing CNC programs

Grind tools, including form tools, and recommend tooling improvements

Assist other machinists and operators as needed

Safely handle materials, including lifting up to 50 lbs. and operating cranes

Follow all safety requirements and demonstrate safe work practices

What You Bring

High school diploma or equivalent experience

At least 4 years of machine shop experience (stainless steel experience preferred)

Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read complex blueprints

Ability to set up and operate manual and CNC machines

Experience using precision measuring instruments

Solid shop math skills (fractions, decimals, conversions)

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, ERP)

Reliable, detail-oriented, and quality-focused

Team-first mindset with a strong ownership mentality

Why Sentry

100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) – your craftsmanship directly impacts shared success

Steady work in a custom job shop environment

Strong safety culture and well-maintained equipment

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits

A team that values skill, pride in work, and continuous improvement

If you take pride in precision machining and want to work somewhere your skills truly matter, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and build your future at Sentry Equipment.

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities