Universal Presentation Concepts (UPC) is looking to hire full-time CNC Operators on first and second shift to join our team at our Madison, WI facility to build new retail store fixtures for home appliances, custom cabinets, and point of purchase (POP) displays in our custom studio. Do you like to have variety in your work? Do you enjoy tackling a new challenge every day? Are you ready to build your career with an industry leader? Are you customer-focused? Are you an energetic team player with a can-do attitude? If so, you might just be perfect for this position!
What will my day look like?
This team oriented & success driven individual will be involved in the day-to-day operation of machinery centers including Komo, Biesse and Innova using AutoCAD, Router Cim & G-Code. Materials include woods, plastics and non-ferrous metals. The operator sets up and controls the operation of single or multiple computers numerically controlled (CNC) production machines for the process of manufacturing products. Each machine has its own configuration of routers, drill banks, tool magazines and saw heads. A CNC Machine Operator feeds high quality, cut materials to the rest of the plant for assembly and packaging to our customers. Candidates most successful in this position will have a proven track record of attention to detail, highly dependable and self-motivated. Common work duties include:
- Setup CNC machine
- Understanding of manufacturing process and interaction with other departments
- Follow detailed drawings to specific measurements while maintaining quality and timely production.
- Responsible for quality check to ensure accuracy
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment at all times.
- 1-2 years of machine operation experience, on same/like machines a plus
- Experience with wood and plastics preferred
- Excellent attention to detail and quality focused
- Able to lift 50 to 70lbs frequently; walk and stand for long periods of time
- Must have outstanding communication skills.
- General understanding of materials and manufacturing processes
What will my schedule look like?
This is an hourly role working on first shift 6a-2:30p, with a 30-minute lunch. We can be flexible on start and end times as long as you are meeting business needs. Hourly team members typically work 40 hours each week and during high business need, overtime is offered on Saturdays.
Tell me more about Universal Presentation Concepts (UPC)
We are an employee-centric company of 50 employees and growing where the leadership knows not just your name, but what's important to you. We believe that our continued success is dependent on the well-being of our valued employees. This is proven by our investment in a competitive benefits package, competitive pay, internal career paths, and the incredible 60 percent of our team that has been with the company 15 years or longer. We are rapidly growing and need great people to take us into the next chapter of UPC success.
For over 45 years, we have been a family-owned manufacturing retail store fixtures and point-of-purchase displays in Madison, WI. We cater to a wide range of industries including stationery, gift, housewares, home appliances, and sporting goods. We have become the industry leader in designing and manufacturing quality fixtures and displays for consumer products and are proud that our products are made in America! We are unique because we have many processes done in-house. We work with a variety of materials on a daily basis. Our processes include: large format printing, silk screening, CNC machining, vacuum forming, edge banding, finishing, plastic fabrication, custom/studio work, assembly and packaging, warehouse and shipping.
Amazing Perks and Benefits Package:
This position pays a competitive wage commensurate with direct experience, skills, and time spent in the manufacturing industry. We also offer fantastic benefits and perks including 4 different health insurance plan options through Quartz, dental and vision insurance through Delta, a 401(k) plan with 50 cents paid for every dollar contributed up to 6% of your salary, voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurances through Unum, paid time off after 6 months, 6 paid company holidays, an Employee Assistant Program for all employees starting day 1 providing 5 free mental health counseling sessions annually, monthly perfect attendance awards, employee appreciation lunches and awards, free apparel on your work anniversary, coworkers that feel like family, and unlimited opportunities for training and growth. This is only a sampling of what of your total rewards package includes- learn more when you join the team!
So how do I join?
First step is applying by submitting your application and resume. If your qualifications look like a fit, we will reach out to learn more in a phone conversation. If we both agree to move forward after our initial discussion, we'll invite you onsite to meet our team and tour the facility. It's important to UPC to hire team members that are a great fit for our long-term success.
Universal Presentation Concepts (UPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Diversity is valued and UPC will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. Candidates for the position stated above are hired on an "at will" basis. Nothing herein is intended to create a contract.