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CNC Setup Technician & Operator

$45.76k - $52k
Full-time

Hiwin Corporation

HIWIN Corporation is a global leader in motion control and mechatronic technology, manufacturing industry-leading linear guideways, ballscrews, linear motors, and positioning systems used across automation, robotics, semiconductor, medical, and manufacturing industries.

Join a growing manufacturing team where precision, quality, and continuous improvement drive everything we do.

We are seeking an experienced CNC Setup Technician & Operator to join our fast-paced, diverse, and safety-centric team. If you enjoy hands-on machining, solving technical challenges, working with precision equipment, and taking ownership of quality from setup through production, this could be the opportunity for you.

A typical day may include:

  • Setting up and operating Haas CNC mills and lathes
  • Reading blueprints, engineering drawings, and machining instructions
  • Performing in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments
  • Troubleshooting machining, tooling, and quality issues to maintain production efficiency
  • Partnering with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to solve production challenges and improve manufacturing processes
  • Supporting continuous improvement, safety, and manufacturing excellence
  • See the full job description link below for additional details

Required Education & Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Two or more years of CNC machining experience, including machine setup and operation
  • Experience machining steel, hardened steel, aluminum, and related materials
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements
  • Solid understanding of the metric system, including tolerances and precision measurements

HIWIN Team Member Benefits

  • HIWIN pays 100% of the premium for Employee level Medical & Dental Insurance
  • HIWIN pays 100% Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverages
  • HIWIN pays 100% for $50,000 Life Insurance policy
  • Tax Savings (HSA and FSA) Plans
  • Paid Vacation Time, Paid PTO (Paid Time Off), Paid Holidays
  • Retirement planning with company match (401k and Roth 401k options)
  • Ongoing Professional Development & Education Reimbursements

Click the link below to view the full job description.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

HIWIN Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. To support a safe workplace, candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements.

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We do not sponsor employment visas now or in the future.

Compensation Range
The compensation range that is listed is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. A team member's pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location and prevailing minimum wage, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.




Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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