5-Axis CNC Milling Setup Specialist

B&A Precision; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

B&A Precision in Milford, CT, is seeking a 5-axis CNC Milling Setup Specialist to turn complex prints into flawless parts while maintaining quality and throughput.

You will set up vertical machining centers (3–4 axis and 5-axis Fanuc), prove out new jobs, optimize toolpaths, write basic G-code, and interpret blueprints with GD&T. Join a team-focused environment with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years CNC milling setup and operation experience.
• Extensive experience with Fanuc controls and GD&T interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate vertical CNC milling machines (3–5 axis) across platforms.
• Prove out new jobs, optimize toolpaths, and dial in offsets on Fanuc controls.
• Write and edit basic G-code at the machine control.
• Configure and run positional indexers for multi-face machining.
• Interpret blueprints and apply GD&T to meet specifications.
• Verify first-piece and in-process dimensions using precision gauges.
• Collaborate in a team-based environment and communicate status and risks.

Skills

CNC Programming

G-code

CNC Machine Setup

Fanuc controls

Tools

Vertical VMCs (3-4 axis)

5-axis VMCs (Fanuc)

Positional indexers

Metrology tools

Job description

A day in the life at B&A PrecisionFor over 50 years, B&A Precision has manufactured mission-critical components for the Aerospace, Defense, and Medical sectors. As our 5-Axis CNC Milling Setup Specialist, you’ll turn complex prints into flawless parts while keeping quality and throughput front and center.How you’ll spend your daySet up and operate vertical CNC milling machines across 3-, 4-, and 5-axis platforms.Prove out new jobs, optimize toolpaths, and dial in offsets on Fanuc-controlled VMCs.Write and edit basic G-code at the control; make smart on-the-fly adjustments.Configure and run positional indexers for multi-face machining.Interpret blueprints with confidence; apply GD&T to achieve specification.Verify first-piece and in-process dimensions using precision measuring instruments and gages.Collaborate in a team-based environment and communicate status, risks, and improvements.Reporting and impactYou will report directly to the shop President, playing a key role in meeting specifications, maintaining quality standards, and supporting efficient production workflows in a dynamic manufacturing environment.What you bringMinimum 5 years of hands-on CNC milling setup and operation experience.Proficiency in CNC Programming, G-code, CNC Machine Setup, and Fanuc controls.Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and precision.Team-first mindset and clear, constructive communication.Tools and technologiesVertical machining centers: 3–4 axis VMCs and 5-axis VMCs (Fanuc).Positional indexers and a full range of precision metrology tools and gages.Schedule, pay, and benefitsFull-time, 1st shift.Extremely competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience.Medical benefits, company-matching 401(k), paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick days.Join B&A Precision and help us deliver precision parts that matter.