Machinist - CNC Setup Operator

Job Description

Lead CNC Milling Set Up Machinist

The company is an industrial Machine Shop that manufactures high precision parts and components for the Aerospace, Defense, and Medical industries.  They are  seeking a skilled CNC Milling machinist with the following skill sets:

1. Ability to set up and run 3, 4, and 5 axis vertical CNC Milling machines.
2. Familiarity with Fanuc controls.
3. Ability to write and edit basic CNC programs (G-code programming).
4. Capability to program and work with positional indexers.
5. Ability to read blueprints and working knowledge of GD&T is desirable.
6. Competence in the use of various measuring instruments and gages to verify both production and first piece dimensions. 
7. Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and precision.
8. Willing to work in a team-based environment.
9. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience.
10. This is a full-time, 1st shift position and pays an extremely competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience.

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical benefits, company matching 401k, paid vacation, paid holidays, paid sick days.

Summary:

• As a CNC Milling Machine Set Up Technician, you will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC milling machines to produce precision components. 
• Reporting to the shop President, your role is essential in ensuring that the manufacturing process meets all specifications and quality standards. 
• You will utilize your core skills in blueprint reading, machining knowledge, and use precision measuring instruments to manufacture quality parts. 
• Your expertise will contribute to supporting efficient production workflows and uphold the organization’s commitment to excellence in manufacturing. 
• Come and join our team to help make a significant impact on a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Our client is an exceptional, technically advanced Aerospace manufacturing organization specializing in the precision production of highly complex, tight-tolerance components for some of the world’s most demanding commercial and military aerospace programs. With deep expertise in multi-axis CNC machining, advanced engineering, exotic materials, EDM, grinding, inspection, and aerospace-certified special processes, the company has earned a reputation as a trusted Tier-One supplier where quality, innovation, and on-time performance are paramount. Its investment in modern technology, employee development, continuous improvement, and advanced manufacturing capabilities creates an outstanding environment for talented professionals who want to work on challenging, high-value aerospace products, expand their technical expertise, and build a meaningful long-term career in a sophisticated manufacturing operation.