CNC Milling Machinist​/Setup Operator, 3-Axis, 4-Axis & 5-Axis

CNC Milling Machinist / Setup Operator

Every day at KMM Group, our machinists manufacture components used in medical devices, aerospace systems, defense technologies, space exploration programs, and other mission-critical applications.

The work is challenging. The tolerances are tight. The expectations are high.

And that's exactly why many of our machinists choose to stay.

We're seeking an experienced CNC Milling Machinist / Setup Operator to machine complex, tight-tolerance components for medical device, aerospace, defense, space, and high-tech manufacturing customers.

• Set up and operate CNC vertical machining centers across 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis platforms

• Machine high-precision aerospace, medical device, defense, and space-related components

• Work with tight tolerances, complex features, detailed blueprints, and GD&T requirements

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, setup sheets, work instructions, and inspection plans

• Set tool lengths, work offsets, fixtures, vises, rotary tables, and palletized setups

• Make minor CNC program edits and optimize speeds, feeds, tooling, and cycle performance

• Run and adjust jobs using Fanuc, Siemens, Haas, Hurco, or similar CNC controls

• Perform in-process inspection using micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gages, height gages, optical comparators, CMM reports, and other precision measuring tools

• Use inspection data to troubleshoot dimensional issues and keep parts in spec

• Collaborate with engineering, quality, programming, and production teams to improve processes

• Maintain clean, accurate documentation in a regulated manufacturing environment

• Support continuous improvement, repeatability, and first-pass quality

• Mori Seiki DV5100 true 4-axis and 5-axis machining centers

• Mori Seiki SV403 machining center with Fanuc control

• Yasda YBM
  640V ultra-precision hard mill CNC jig bore

• DMU 40 eVo linear with pallet system

• Haas VF2
  
  SSYT true 5-axis machining centers

• Haas UMC
  750SS
  true 5-axis machining center with pallet system

• Hurco VM10, VM20, and VM42iXP machining centers

• Renishaw tool setting and part probing systems

• Mastercam, Solid Works, and related CAD/CAM workflows

• Zeiss CMM with CALYPSO software

• OGP Smart Scope, Keyence IM systems, laser micrometers, optical comparators, and precision gaging

This role is a strong fit for someone who is dependable, curious, and hands-on.

• 5+ years of CNC milling experience in a precision manufacturing environment

• Strong setup experience on 3-axis and 4-axis CNC mills

• 5-axis machining experience strongly preferred

• Ability to read complex blueprints and interpret GD&T

• Experience machining stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, high-temperature alloys, aluminum, and other engineered materials

• Strong understanding of tool selection, speeds and feeds, cutter wear, tool life, and surface finish

• Experience with work holding, fixture setup, probing, offsets, and part verification

• Ability to make minor program edits at the machine

• Experience with Fanuc, Siemens, Haas, Hurco, or similar CNC controls

• Familiarity with AS9100D, ISO 13485:2016, FDA-regulated, or ITAR manufacturing environments preferred

• Strong attention to detail and a steady, problem-solving mindset

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• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.

• Frequently use hands and fingers to operate machinery, tools, controls, gauges, and measuring instruments.

• Frequently reach, grasp, handle, and manipulate small parts and tooling components.

• Visually inspect parts, tooling, machine displays, blueprints, and measurement devices, including the ability to distinguish fine details and small dimensional variations.

• Read and interpret written instructions, blueprints, setup sheets, inspection reports, and digital production information.

• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach while loading material, changing tools, cleaning machines, and performing routine maintenance.

• Lift,…