2nd Shift CNC Setup Pro: Tooling & Troubleshooting

MicroBest Inc; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental, Vision and Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

MicroBest Inc. in Waterbury, CT is seeking a hands-on 2nd Shift CNC Setup Technician to support our manufacturing operations. You will set up CNC machines, troubleshoot issues, adjust tooling and offsets, and assist machine operators to keep production running smoothly.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on CNC setup and troubleshooting experience and familiarity with Okuma, FANUC, and/or Haas controls. Experience with multiple CNC control platforms is a plus.

Qualifications

• Previous hands-on CNC machine setup and troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Experience with Okuma, FANUC, and/or Haas controls preferred.
• Experience working with more than one CNC control platform is a plus.
• Working knowledge of CNC tooling, offsets, fixtures, and machine setup.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC machines using established setup sheets, work instructions, blueprints, and existing programs.
• Load and run existing CNC programs as required.
• Set and adjust tooling, fixtures, collets, chucks, work offsets, and tool offsets.
• Perform tool changes and make necessary adjustments due to tool wear or dimensional changes.
• Troubleshoot machine setup, tooling, and machining issues to minimize production downtime.
• Work with Okuma, FANUC, and/or Haas controls to perform setups, adjustments, and troubleshooting.
• Diagnose common machining issues including dimensional variation, tool wear, poor finishes, chatter, and tooling problems.
• Verify first-piece parts and make necessary setup or offset adjustments before releasing machines for production.
• Read and interpret blueprints, setup sheets, work instructions, and other manufacturing documentation.
• Use precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other inspection tools.
• Assist CNC machine operators with technical, setup, tooling, and machine-related issues.
• Monitor machine performance and respond to production issues during second shift.
• Make appropriate adjustments to maintain part quality and established specifications.
• Work with Quality and Production personnel to resolve dimensional or manufacturing issues.
• Communicate unresolved machine, tooling, or production problems to the appropriate supervisor or department.
• Maintain accurate setup information and documentation as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC setup

Troubleshooting

Okuma/FANUC/Haas controls

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Independent worker

Tools

Okuma control

FANUC control

Haas control

Job description

MicroBest Inc. in Waterbury, CT is seeking a hands-on 2nd Shift CNC Setup Technician to support our manufacturing operations. You will set up CNC machines, troubleshoot issues, adjust tooling and offsets, and assist machine operators to keep production running smoothly.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on CNC setup and troubleshooting experience and familiarity with Okuma, FANUC, and/or Haas controls. Experience with multiple CNC control platforms is a plus.