CNC Set Up Machinist - 2nd & 3rd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Weldall Manufacturing is hiring experienced CNC Set-Up Machinists with expertise in machining heavy weldments using open-table Vertical Machining Centers, Horizontal Machining Centers, and Horizontal Boring Mills. This role is responsible for independently setting up, machining, and troubleshooting in a low-volume, high-mix job shop environment. This is a hands-on position for someone who thrives on variety and technical challenges.

More Than Machine Operation: This is a CNC set-up machinist role, not a position focused only on loading parts and pushing a cycle-start button. You will be responsible for reviewing shop packets and blueprints, planning and performing setups, selecting tooling and workholding, establishing work offsets, proving out programs, inspecting finished work, and independently troubleshooting machining and quality issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Set up and machine parts on CNC machining centers, including Vertical Machining Centers (VMC), Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC), and Horizontal Boring Mills.
• Use part probes, tool setters, indicators, and edge finders to ensure accurate setups.
• Apply work offsets (G54, etc.) and interpret/edit G and M codes to prove out programs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and CAD files to produce high-quality parts.
• Optimize speeds, feeds, and tooling to ensure part quality and maximize tool life.
• Operate Fanuc and HEIDENHAIN controls to run and adjust programs during machining.
• Select and adjust tooling for efficient material removal and repeatable results.
• Troubleshoot machining issues independently and collaborate with team members as needed.
• Use appropriate inspection equipment to verify part conformance to specifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Follow established safety practices and properly use required safety equipment.

  Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience in a job shop or custom manufacturing environment.
• Experience independently setting up CNC machining centers (VMC, HMC, and/or Horizontal Boring Mills).
• Experience machining large weldments and performing complex setups.
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including GD&T, with the ability to translate drawings into accurate setups and finished parts within required tolerances.
• Familiarity with Fanuc and/or HEIDENHAIN controls preferred.
• Confident working with work offsets (G54, etc.) and multiple coordinate systems.
• Strong tooling selection, setup, and troubleshooting skills.
• Must demonstrate a desire and willingness to learn and grow and be an independent thinker.
• Must be able to accept and apply constructive feedback.
• Must have strong math skills, preferably including geometry, algebra, and trigonometry.

Benefits

Weldall offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package starting after 30 days of employment that includes:
Free Direct Primary Care, Diagnostic Testing & Many SurgeriesCompany-paid Dental and Vision (no employee premiums)Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance401(k), Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Company Events & Recognition Programs, and much more.

Weldall Manufacturing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.