CNC Set-up Operator
Role Overview
The employer is seeking an experienced CNC Set-up Operator for a precision machining team.
The role requires independently taking parts from engineering drawings through setup, machining, inspection, and completion.
The position works within an AS9100-certified quality system handling controlled and export-restricted goods.
Key Skills for This Role
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Role Overview
The employer is seeking an experienced CNC Set-up Operator for a precision machining team.
The role requires independently taking parts from engineering drawings through setup, machining, inspection, and completion.
The position works within an AS9100-certified quality system handling controlled and export-restricted goods.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills running Haas, Fanuc, and Siemens controls.
- Design, select, and build workholding and fixturing solutions for repeatable production.
- Load, indicate, and align parts, fixtures, and vises to hold required tolerances.
- Set tool offsets, work offsets, and program zero before production.
- Read and edit G-code for in-process adjustments at the machine control.
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and 3D models to plan machining strategies.
- Run first-article and production parts while maintaining tolerance and finish requirements.
- Perform in-process and final inspection against print specifications.
- Maintain AS9100 setup sheets, process sheets, and revision control documentation.
- Follow controlled goods and export control requirements for regulated materials and data.
- Troubleshoot setup, fixturing, and in-cycle issues and collaborate with technical teams.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop-floor work area.
Required Qualifications
- At least 3–5 or more years of CNC setup and operating experience, including multi-axis experience.
- Proven experience setting up 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills.
- Strong knowledge of fixturing and workholding.
- Ability to read and manually edit G-code at the machine control.
- Ability to work independently from drawing through completed part.
- Familiarity with AS9100 documentation and quality procedures.
- Understanding of controlled goods and export control restrictions.
- Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
- Ability to select tooling, speeds, and feeds for various materials.
- Proficiency with precision measuring instruments.
Preferred Qualifications
- CAM programming experience, with SolidCAM, Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar software.
- Exposure to 5-axis simultaneous programming.
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or another tightly regulated manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with probing systems and in-machine inspection.
- Technical diploma or certificate in CNC Machining, Tool and Die, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
Compensation
- The position is full-time.
- Pay is listed at $20.00–$50.00 per hour.
Workplace and Physical Requirements
- Work location is in person in a shop-floor environment.
- The role requires standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 pounds.
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