CNC operator & Jig Setter

ePlane Company; Chennai District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

ePlane Company in Chennai, India, seeks an experienced CNC technician to setup, operate and maintain 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machines for composite components and metal parts. You will handle fixturing, GD&T interpretation, and maintain strict safety and dust-control practices.

The role requires 2–5+ years in CNC environments with 1–2 years in composites. ITI Fitter or Diploma in Mechanical is expected, with hands-on PM and troubleshooting skills. Knowledge of CMM or Laser tracker is a plus.

Qualifications

• Set up and operate multi-axis (3/5-axis) CNC routing, milling, and trimming on composites and metals.
• Read and interpret CAD/CAM drawings and GD&T specs for tight tolerances.
• Follow safety protocols and dust suppression practices in a clean-room style environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and align composite-specific tooling and fixturing.
• Monitor cutting parameters to prevent delamination and heat buildup.
• Perform daily preventive maintenance on CNC machines and dust collection systems.

Skills

CNC setup

CNC operation

GD&T interpretation

Tooling management

Safety compliance

Maintenance & troubleshooting

Composite machining

Education

ITI Fitter

Diploma in Mechanical

Tools

CMM

Laser tracker

G-code

Job description

Responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machines (routers, mills, and gantry systems) to machine, trim, and drill composite components (carbon fiber, fiberglass, sandwich cores), MDF boards, Metallic materials to tight tolerances. Responsible for Setting up of Jigs & Assembly fixtures as per requirements.

Requirements

Experience: 2-5+ years of experience setting up and operating CNC machines, with at least 1-2 years specifically focused on composite materials.

Education: ITI Fitter, Diploma in Mechanical or any suitable degrees

Technical Requirements

CNC Setup & Operation: Set up and operate multi-axis (3-axis / 5-axis) CNC routing, milling, and trimming machines.

Tooling & Fixturing Management: Select, install, and align composite-specific tooling (diamond-coated/PCD tooling, router bits, compression cutters) and manage vacuum workholding systems (vacuum tables, custom soft-jaws, porous fixtures). Setting up of Assembly Jigs & Fixtures.

Blueprint & GD&T Interpretation: Read and interpret complex 3D CAD/CAM models, engineering drawings, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) specifications.

Process & Tool Path Monitoring: Monitor cutting parameters (speeds, feeds, dust extraction flow) to prevent delamination, splintering, fiber pull-out, or heat build-up in composite structures.

EHS & Dust Suppression: Strict adherence to safety protocols regarding airborne composite dust, including operating dust containment systems (HEPA vacuums), wearing required PPE (P100/respirators), and maintaining clean-room standards.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform daily preventative maintenance on CNC machinery, vacuum pumps, and dust collection units; troubleshoot minor G-code program or setup issues.

Knowledge on CMM & Laser tracker is advantage