CNC Setup Technician

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CNC Setup Technician

Elk Grove Village, IL
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

A respected manufacturing firm seeks a CNC Setup Technician skilled in programming, setup, and operation of CNC machines. Focus on quality, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement with access to modern equipment and growth opportunities.

Requirements

  • 2-5 years CNC operation experience
  • Proficient with Fanuc controllers
  • Ability to interpret drawings and GD&T
  • Manual inspection tool proficiency
  • Design and load tooling, fixtures

Qualifications

  • Experience with multi-axis CNC machines
  • Training operators in machine operation
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Mastercam experience preferred
  • Attention to safety and quality

Full job description

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected manufacturing company where you can apply your CNC programming and setup expertise in a hands-on role that values precision, quality, and teamwork. The position offers a chance to work with advanced multi-axis CNC machines and contribute directly to production excellence and continuous improvement.


CNC Setup Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Supportive team environment focused on quality and safety
  • Opportunity for skill development and career growth
  • Access to modern equipment and software tools


CNC Setup Requirements & Qualifications

  • 2–5 years of experience operating, programming, setting up, and maintaining multi-axis CNC lathes and mills with Fanuc controllers
  • Ability to interpret customer drawings, including GD&T, parts lists, ECOs, work instructions, and inspection plans
  • Proficiency with manual inspection tools such as bore gauges, micrometers, dial indicators, height gauges, thread and pin gauges, microscopes, profilometers, optical comparators, and Rockwell testers
  • Ability to design, mount, and load tooling, fixtures, vises, jaws, and perform tool touch-offs
  • Experience producing first piece inspection parts and basic troubleshooting of speeds, feeds, work holding, tool selection, and tool wear
  • Familiarity with collaboration between production and quality control for inspection plans and documentation
  • Competence in training operators on running and inspecting parts
  • Mastercam experience preferred


CNC Setup Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Operate CNC machines safely to produce high-quality parts meeting production targets
  • Program parts using existing CAD models and save files according to company procedures
  • Design and create work holding fixtures and detailed work order instructions
  • Set up tooling, work zeros, and fixtures for first piece part approval with quality control collaboration
  • Mentor operators in proper machine operation and inspection documentation
  • Report maintenance issues promptly to supervisors or maintenance team
  • Document production and inspection data in the ERP system to maintain traceability and quality records
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements contributing to quality management system effectiveness
  • Follow safety, quality, and foreign object debris (FOD) programs at all times
  • Maintain calibrated measuring tools and ensure only calibrated equipment is used
  • Keep a clean, organized work area and demonstrate punctuality and a positive attitude
  • Work collaboratively within a team environment adhering to company policies and procedures


This role offers the chance to contribute to a culture that prioritizes quality, safety, and continuous improvement while working with state-of-the-art CNC technology.

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