5-Axis CNC Operator & Setup Specialist (Aerospace)

SST Direct; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

PTO

Job summary

SST Direct in Hebron, KY is seeking a skilled 5-axis CNC Operator/Setup Technician for aerospace machining. You will independently set up and operate Makino 5-axis centers and mill-turn lathes to produce tight-tolerance aerospace parts.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, applying GD&T, installing tooling and offsets, and performing inspections. Join a team focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years CNC machining experience including 5-axis setup.
• Experience with live tooling / mill-turn lathes.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge.
• Experience holding tight tolerances.
• Proficient with precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 5-axis CNC machines (Makino) and mill-turn lathes.
• Read blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T to plan setups.
• Install tooling, fixtures, and adjust offsets.
• Machine complex aerospace parts to tight tolerances.
• Perform in-process and final inspections.
• Troubleshoot machining and performance issues.
• Support new program prove-outs with engineering.
• Maintain setup documentation and inspection records.
• Follow safety, quality, and aerospace standards.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Complex setups

Team-oriented

Quality-driven

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Makino 5-axis machines

Live tooling / mill-turn lathes

Precision measuring tools

Job description

SST Direct in Hebron, KY is seeking a skilled 5-axis CNC Operator/Setup Technician for aerospace machining. You will independently set up and operate Makino 5-axis centers and mill-turn lathes to produce tight-tolerance aerospace parts.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, applying GD&T, installing tooling and offsets, and performing inspections. Join a team focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.