CNC Setup Technician - 2nd Shift

About the role

The CNC Setup Technician is responsible for setting up and adjusting machine tools on CNC equipment. This includes basic part inspection using hard gauges and measurement tools, routine 6S, part quality inspection using a CMM, changing broken/worn tools, performing minor preventive maintenance, following setup instructions to switch between jobs, interpreting CMM reports, making CNC program offsets for shift/drift or tool length/wear compensation, and making CNC program changes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the supervisor's right-hand partner on the shop floor while providing leadership, supporting production flow, and driving accountability within the department.
• Set the standard for attendance, safety, quality, and work ethic while helping remove production barriers, improve communication, support employee development, and promote a culture of ownership and continuous improvement.
• Lead by example, remain actively engaged in daily production, and contribute wherever needed to support the team, meet customer demands, and ensure departmental success.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on CNC setup experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification to operate powered industrial equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks)
• Proven shop math skills and computer literate
• Experience using precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, CMM reports)
• Ability to change tools, touch off tools, and home out the machine to ensure accurate setup
• Strong troubleshooting skills with a focus on resolving operator issues quickly and effectively
• Excellent communication skills to provide training and clear instructions to operators

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T

Skills

• Hands-on CNC setup experience
• Powered industrial equipment operation certification
• Shop math and computer literacy
• Precision measuring tools proficiency
• Tool changing and machine setup skills
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Effective communication and training skills

Benefits

• $1.00 Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• $1,000 retention bonus
• $1,000 referral bonus
• 24/7 Fitness Center
• On-Site Cafeteria
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee resource groups
• Recognition programs

Pay

$XX per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Schedule

2nd and 3rd shifts available