Production Machinist (Manufacturing)

Job Description Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Setup CNC Machinist to join our production team. You will be the bridge between a raw technical drawing and a finished precision part. You will be responsible for the end-to-end setup of complex jobs on multi-axis CNC and rotary transfer machines, ensuring that the first piece off the line meets our exacting quality standards before handing the process over to operators. ________________________________________ Interpret blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), and setup sheets to prepare machines for production. First-Article Inspection: Perform the initial run of a part and conduct a comprehensive inspection using micrometers, calipers, and CMM equipment to verify accuracy. •Tooling Management: Select, assemble, and preset the correct cutting tools and holders. Process Optimization: Collaborate with Programming and Engineering teams to suggest improvements in cycle times, tool life, and fixture stability. •Mentorship: Provide guidance to machine operators on part loading, basic offset adjustments, and quality checks once the setup is finalized. ________________________________________ Technical Qualifications •Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in CNC setup. •Coding Proficiency: ability to edit programs at the controller (Fanuc experience preferred). •Blueprint Literacy: Ability to read complex industrial drawings and understand tight tolerances. ________________________________________ Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, oil, and metal shavings. •Strict adherence to PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and safety protocols. ________________________________________ Ability to clearly explain technical issues to both engineers and entry-level operators. National employment agencies often miss the dynamics of the local market, while smaller firms may lack the resources or reach to fully support long-term hiring success. Snelling Talent Partners combines the best of both: national reach, local market expertise, personalized service, and a relationship-driven approach focused on long-term success for both clients and candidates. National employment agencies often miss the dynamics of the local market, while smaller firms may lack the resources or reach to fully support long-term hiring success. Snelling Talent Partners combines the best of both: national reach, local market expertise, personalized service, and a relationship-driven approach focused on long-term success for both clients and candidates.