CNC Set Up Machinist

CNC Setup Machinist (Direct Hire | Union Role)Shift Options: 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM (+$2.00/hr differential) 3rd Shift: 10:30 PM - 6:30 AM (+$2.50/hr differential) Training will take place on 1st shift for several weeks. The Role (Read This First - It Matters) This is not a production machining role. You'll be working alongside Engineering to build and maintain tooling, fixtures, and quality-check fixtures used throughout an in-house manufacturing operation. If your background is strictly pushing the green button on high-volume production parts, this won't be the right fit. If you like solving problems, setting machines up correctly, and making tooling that other machinists rely on-welcome home. What You'll Do Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot multiple CNC machines Work from engineering drawings, setup instructions, and tool lists Build, install, and remove fixtures, vises, and tooling accurately and safely Perform routine tooling setup and maintenance (drills, end mills, taps, reamers, etc.) Calibrate probes, tool setters, and other CNC setup equipment Adjust tool offsets, work offsets, and part rotation as needed Perform basic CNC program troubleshooting Prepare material using shop equipment (band saw, surface grinder, etc.) Maintain CNC machines (coolant, cleaning, filters, general upkeep) Machine precision tooling and fixtures accurately and on schedule Operate all equipment safely and professionally What We're Looking For Associate degree in Machining OR 4-5+ years of hands-on machining experienceStrong understanding of engineering drawings and shop math Experience with CNC setup, not just operation Owns and knows how to use basic machinist tools: Calipers Micrometers Test indicators Mechanical aptitude and solid troubleshooting skills Willingness to obtain forklift and hoist certification (employer-provided training) Additional Details Union positionDirect hire (no temp games) Degree or experience welcomed-skill wins Stable, long-term opportunity with technical depth #IND3

Created: 2026-03-04