Tool Room CNC Set Up Technician

Worcester, MA | Full-Time | On-Site

Compensation: Up to $33.00 per hour

We are seeking a skilled Tool Room CNC Set Up Technician to support precision tooling and manufacturing operations by setting up and operating CNC machining centers to produce high-quality tooling and precision components. This role is responsible for machine setup, program verification, tooling adjustments, and machining complex parts to extremely close tolerances.

The ideal candidate has experience working in a tool room or precision machining environment and is proficient in CNC setup, blueprint interpretation, precision measurement, and machining operations. This position plays a critical role in supporting production by ensuring tooling is manufactured accurately, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

• Set up and operate CNC machining centers to manufacture precision tooling, fixtures, jigs, gauges, and production components.
• Download, load, verify, and execute CNC programs while making necessary machine offsets and setup adjustments.
• Perform machining operations including boring, milling, drilling, thread milling, rigid tapping, reaming, and precision finishing.
• Machine parts to close tolerances of ±0.001 inch while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, process sheets, and work instructions.
• Select, install, and align cutting tools, work holding devices, fixtures, and tooling required for each setup.
• Verify first-piece inspections and make machine adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy throughout production runs.
• Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators, height gauges, and other inspection instruments.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and make programming or tooling adjustments to optimize quality and productivity.
• Collaborate with Tool Makers, Manufacturing Engineers, and Production personnel to support tooling development and manufacturing improvements.
• Maintain machine performance through routine preventive maintenance and proper housekeeping practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, quality standards, and manufacturing documentation.
• Accurately document setup information, tooling changes, inspection results, and production records.

• High school diploma or GED required. Technical school or machining certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of CNC setup experience in a precision machining or tool room environment.
• Experience setting up CNC machining centers for low-volume, high-precision manufacturing.
• Ability to machine parts to ±0.001 inch tolerances
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• Strong blueprint reading skills, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with CNC controls such as Haas, Fanuc, Mazak, Okuma, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and height gauges.
• Strong understanding of cutting tools, work holding, feeds and speeds, and machining principles.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.

• Experience supporting tool rooms, Tool & Die operations, or precision manufacturing environments.
• CNC programming experience using Mastercam, GibbsCAM, Fusion 360, or similar CAM software.
• Experience machining tool steel, hardened materials, stainless steel, aluminum, and alloy steels.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with fixture design and tooling optimization.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and electronic manufacturing documentation.
• Journeyman Machinist or Tool & Die certification is a plus.