CNC Set up Technician III

CNC Set Up Technician III

Prairie du Sac, WI

Monday Friday | 7:00 AM 3:30 PM

Overtime may be available and occasionally required. Extended shifts may begin earlier or end later than the standard schedule, and occasional Saturday work may be required based on production needs.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced CNC Set Up Technician III to support a high-volume manufacturing operation. This role is responsible for independently setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and optimizing a variety of CNC equipment while maintaining quality, safety, and production standards.

The ideal candidate will have strong machining knowledge, experience performing complete machine setups, and the ability to make tooling, offset, and program adjustments with minimal supervision.

Equipment may include:

• Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC)
• Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)
• Horizontal & Vertical Turning Lathes
• Swiss Screw Machines
• Multi-Axis Lathes
• Transfer Machines
• Robotic Systems

Key Responsibilities

CNC Setup & Operation

• Perform complete machine setups with minimal assistance
• Install and remove tooling, fixtures, jaws, and workholding
• Establish work offsets and tool offsets
• Load, unload, and inspect production parts
• Adjust wear offsets and tooling as needed
• Obtain first article approvals and support production startup
• Perform tooling tests and document results
• Transfer and edit machine programs when required
• Recommend tooling improvements and machining strategies
• Set up and run first-time production jobs

Quality & Inspection

• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections
• Verify dimensions and tolerances using precision measuring equipment
• Utilize calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges, functional gauges, and other inspection tools
• Apply GD&T principles in daily machining activities
• Experience with CMM equipment is a plus

Continuous Improvement

• Troubleshoot machining and tooling issues
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions
• Maintain accurate production documentation
• Support process improvements focused on quality, efficiency, and safety
• Mentor and assist in training less experienced machinists

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 4 years of machining, CNC setup, or related manufacturing experience
• Ability to independently perform machine setups
• Experience with CNC mills, lathes, or multi-axis equipment
• Strong blueprint reading skills
• Experience using precision measuring instruments
• Working knowledge of GD&T
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

Preferred

• Experience editing CNC programs
• Experience creating workholding solutions such as soft jaws
• CMM experience
• Multi-axis machining experience
• Robotics or automated manufacturing experience

What We're Looking For

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Dependable and safety-focused mindset
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to mentor others
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Continuous improvement mindset

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and contributing to a team-oriented manufacturing environment.