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Precision CNC Setup Specialist (Mills, Lathes & Swiss)

Torrey Holistics

Shape precision from raw stock—one setup at a timePicture your day starting at a clean, organized workstation. You review the job traveler, pull up the program, verify offsets, and run a first-article check. With micrometers and gauges in hand, you confirm dimensions, chart SPC, and dial in tools to hit tight tolerances. As parts flow, you keep a watchful eye on quality, tweak feeds and speeds, and resolve minor issues to keep production humming—all while maintaining safety and production standards.What you'll handleConfigure and run CNC machinery to produce precision componentsInterpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and job specificationsDeliver high-accuracy, close-tolerance machined partsInspect using measuring tools and gauges; complete in-process checksHold strict quality standards and tight tolerances throughout the runDocument inspections and complete SPC checks accuratelyDiagnose and correct minor equipment or process issuesAdhere to safety protocols and meet production goalsWhat you bringHands-on CNC machining experienceStrong blueprint reading abilityBackground with GD&T and close-tolerance work preferredSwiss CNC exposure is a plusTechnical fluencyGD&TG-codeM-codeCNC machine setup & changeoverMachine setups for production runsEquipment in playCNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Dmg Mori Seiki, Mazak, Makino)CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Dmg Mori Seiki)CNC Swiss Lathe (Star, Citizen, Tsugami)CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Mazak, Haas, Okuma)CNC Lathe (5+ axis) (Mazak, Okuma, Doosan, Dmg Mori Seiki)If you love turning complex prints into flawless parts—and you take pride in setup excellence—this role is built for you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Torrey Holistics

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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