CNC Operator; Mill Set-Up
Listed on 2026-06-21
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, CNC Machinist, Manufacturing Engineer, Machine Operator
Ready to make your next move? A career at STS Aerospace allows you to take ownership of challenges, think creatively and be a part of our exciting growth journey.
STS Aerospace in Laconia, NH is searching for a CNC Operator
- Mill Set-Up to join the team. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC milling machines to produce precision components that meet quality and production standards. This role requires strong technical understanding of milling processes, tooling, work holding, and program adjustments, along with the ability to independently execute set‑ups. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
- Make offset adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy
- Inspect parts during production using precision measuring tools
- Document inspection results and production data
- Maintain required production rates and run times
- Communicate issues clearly with team leaders, quality and engineering
- Consistently, regularly and dependably at work and on time.
- Other duties may be assigned as needed
- Perform full machine set‑ups for new and repeat jobs
- Review job traveler, blueprints, and tooling requirements
- Set‑up and align work holding (vises, fixtures, soft jaws)
- Indicate fixtures and ensure proper part alignment
- Conduct dry runs and prove‑out processes
- Run first piece and complete first piece article inspection
- Consistently, regularly and dependably at work and on time.
- Other duties may be assigned as needed
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience- Prior experience with CNC milling machine set‑ups (3‑axis, 4‑axis preferred)
- Experience working with tight tolerances and precision parts
- Operating CNC Mills – 1-3 Yrs
- Set‑Up CNC Mill – 3-5 Yrs
We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
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