CNC Setup Technician

Join Grede

Are you ready to accelerate your career with a best-in-class organization that values innovation, dedication, and growth? Our employees at Grede are the key to our success and share our passion for teamwork, customer service, and operational excellence. If you want to join an industry-leading company that focuses on your professional growth and development, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do:

• Set-up and operate machines in accordance with process sheets and any other required paperwork (i.e. drawings, specifications, etc.)
• Create simple, edit and/or retrieve CNC programs from system files and execute.
• Use manufacturing paperwork (blueprints, set-up sheets, sketches, etc.) to manufacture products that meets quality requirements.
• Inspect and verify work prior to submitting for inspection to QC Lab.
• If non-conforming, adjust program and offsets and resubmit until approved.
• Communicate mechanical and technical issues with lead person or supervisor.
• Support Lead person and follow the daily machining schedule.
• Perform non-CNC tasks when necessary (set-up / change tools, repair fixture, train operators to properly load and unload parts to meet run-rates)
• Able to do work/ tool offset, compensations, and conditional switches; calculating requirements including basic math, geometry and trigonometry proving part programs.
• Ensure proper CNC operation – milling, drilling, facing, grooving, turning, threading; Measure and detect malfunctions adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulation.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs.
• Accomplish organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Why You'll Love Working for Us:

• Competitive wages and benefits
• Low-cost comprehensive insurance plans
• Paid vacations and holidays

What We Need from You:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of pertinent work experience. Understand CNC programming, G & M codes, different cutting tools.
• Basic knowledge of reference planes, location of surfaces, machining parameters, blueprint reading and geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
• A genuine belief in continues improvement and disciplined processes and a willingness to analyze, challenge and change processes if needed, to create a more efficient environment and culture.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Self-starter with ability to multi-task and prioritize workday/projects independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to use various inspection gages.

As a Fair Chance employer, Grede is committed to considering individuals who are rebuilding after past challenges. We believe full-time employment can be a powerful step toward long-term success. To learn more about Grede, please visit our website at We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.