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CNC Mill Setup Operator 1st Shift

Build Precision. Drive Production. Make an Impact.

Are you a highly skilled CNC Setup Operator who takes pride in precision, problem-solving, and keeping production running at peak performance? We're looking for a CNC Mill Setup Operator who can transform engineering specifications into high-quality machined parts while serving as a technical leader on the shop floor.

In this role, you'll be the critical link between programming and production, ensuring CNC milling machines are set up correctly, efficiently, and safely to deliver world-class products. If you thrive in a hands-on manufacturing environment where your expertise truly matters, we'd like to hear from you.

As a CNC Mill Setup Operator, you'll play a key role in ensuring production success by:

• Setting up CNC milling machines, tooling, fixtures, work-holding devices, and machine offsets using approved setup documentation.
• Loading, verifying, and proving out CNC programs to ensure seamless production readiness.
• Producing and inspecting first-article parts to verify compliance with engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Making machine, tooling, and offset adjustments to achieve and maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Ensuring all required cutting tools, gauges, fixtures, and materials are prepared and available before production starts.
• Troubleshooting machining, setup, tooling, and fixture issues to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Supporting operators and machinists during job startups, changeovers, and production runs.
• Performing tool changes, program adjustments, and setup corrections as required.
• Working closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to improve processes, reduce setup times, and solve manufacturing challenges.
• Maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient work area while following all quality and safety standards.

• 5+ years of CNC machining and setup experience, preferably in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience setting up CNC milling machines for production.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and manufacturing instructions.
• Knowledge of CNC controls, cutting tools, work-holding systems, machining parameters, and setup techniques.
• Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to quality craftsmanship.

• Experience working in AS9100, aerospace, medical, defense, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Technical school, apprenticeship, or formal machining education.
• Experience optimizing setups and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Your setup skills directly impact quality, efficiency, and production success. You'll be trusted as a technical resource and valued contributor.

Operate and set up modern CNC machining centers while continuing to develop your manufacturing expertise.

We invest in skilled professionals and provide opportunities to expand your technical knowledge and take on greater responsibilities.

Work alongside experienced machinists, engineers, and quality professionals who are committed to excellence and continuous improvement.

Join a team that values safety, precision, craftsmanship, and employee success.

• Shift: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
• Fast-paced precision manufacturing environment
• Frequent standing, walking, and visual inspection of machined components
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed
• Company-provided tools, equipment, and safety resources
• Clean, organized, and safety-focused facility

If you're a skilled CNC Setup Operator who enjoys solving problems, fine-tuning processes, and producing high-quality precision parts, we invite you to apply and become an essential part of our manufacturing team.

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