CNC Machine Set-Up II

Join Our Team at HuFriedyGroup – Innovating Excellence in Dental Instrument Manufacturing

HuFriedyGroup is a leading manufacturer of dental instruments and infection prevention products. Our 10,000-plus products, hand-crafted by highly skilled artisans, are known for their precision, performance, longevity, reliability, and quality. To help dental professionals be The Best in Practice, HuFriedyGroup provides a unique combination of world class products, value-added services, clinical education, and dental community platforms that result in superior clinician performance and enhanced safety for dental professionals and their patients. Working at HuFriedyGroup is so much more than a job, as every employee has a part in driving and supporting the organization's inspirational vision to be a global force in advancing dental performance through Best-In-Practice dentistry that improves lives around the world.

We are seeking an experienced CNC Set-Up Technician with strong HAAS 3-axis and 4-axis milling experience to support our high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on technician who can independently set up complex jobs, troubleshoot multi-axis issues, and support continuous improvement efforts on the shop floor.

Shift & Pay Details

• 2nd Shift: $0.50/hour shift differential
• 3rd Shift: 10% shift differential
• Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 (paid per company policy)

Location:

• Temporary: West Chicago, IL - 741 Winston St., West Chicago, IL
• Permanent: Northbrook, IL – 2501 Sanders Road, Northbrook, IL
• Planned relocation: Summer 2026

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently set up HAAS 3-axis and 4-axis CNC milling machines, including rotary tables (A-axis), fixtures, tooling, and offsets
• Install, indicate, and align 4-axis rotary tables, tailstocks, and tombstones to ensure accurate centerline and perpendicularity
• Load, verify, and edit CNC programs involving indexed and continuous 4-axis motion
• Establish and verify work offsets (G54–G59), rotary offsets, and tool length offsets for multi-axis machining
• Perform first-article inspections on multi-face parts and make real-time program and offset adjustments
• Troubleshoot complex 4-axis issues, including:
• Angular misalignment
• Rotary zero return errors
• Positional repeatability issues
• Tool clearance and collision risks
• Optimize machining strategies to reduce multiple set-ups through effective 4-axis indexing and rotation
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering on fixture design, tooling selection, and program improvements
• Support high-mix, low-volume production requiring frequent and complex changeovers
• Train and support CNC Operators on safe operation and best practices for 4-axis machining

Required Technical Experience

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience with significant HAAS set-up responsibility
• Hands-on experience setting up and running 4-axis HAAS milling machines (required)
• Proven experience working with:
• HAAS rotary tables (TRT / HRT or equivalent)
• Tombstone and multi-face fixturing
• Complex part orientation and datum control
• Strong ability to read and interpret:
• Complex blueprints
• GD&T, including position, profile, concentricity, and runout
• Proficiency in G-code editing, including:
• A-axis rotary commands
• Tool plane and indexing logic
• Program prove-out and safe start practices
• Skilled in precision measurement and inspection methods for multi-axis components

Required Education/ Degree

At HuFriedyGroup, we understand that valuable skills and experience come from all walks of life. If you don't have a college degree or high school diploma, don't worry—it won't disqualify you from being considered for this role. We value the unique perspectives and abilities you bring to the table.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility Statement

HuFriedyGroup is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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