Experienced Haas CNC Setup / Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Take ownership of a job from blueprint to finished part. St. Pete CNC is looking for an experienced Haas CNC Setup / Operator who can confidently set up and run equipment, maintain tight tolerances, and take pride in producing quality work.

If you bring at least three years of hands-on CNC setup and operating experience, strong Haas machine skills, and a sharp eye for detail, we’d like to hear from you.

What you’ll do

• Set up Haas CNC mills and/or lathes, including tooling, workholding, tool touch-offs, and offsets.
• Load and indicate parts and fixtures, then establish accurate work offsets.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, setup instructions, and GD&T.
• Read G-code and M-code, and make appropriate program or offset adjustments at the machine.
• Select suitable cutting tools, speeds, and feeds for the job.
• Complete first-piece inspection before continuing production, then inspect parts throughout the run.
• Use precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, and indicators.
• Monitor tool wear, troubleshoot machining and setup issues, and make adjustments to maintain quality and tolerances.
• Document inspections as required and follow established quality procedures.
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe.

What you’ll bring

• At least 3 years of hands-on CNC machining experience , including setup and operation.
• Strong experience with Haas CNC mills and/or lathes. Haas control experience is strongly preferred.
• The ability to take a job from print and setup instructions through production with minimal supervision.
• Confidence reading G-code and M-code and making appropriate machine-side adjustments.
• A solid understanding of workholding, tooling, offsets, speeds, feeds, and precision measurement.
• Careful attention to detail, dependable work habits, and a commitment to safe, high-quality production.
• The ability to work well with others as part of a growing machining team.

Position details

• Job type: Full-time
• Experience: 3 years minimum in CNC setup and operation
• Equipment: Haas CNC machines

Join a team where accuracy matters and skilled machinists make a direct impact on the work coming off the floor. Apply to be part of St. Pete CNC.