Aerospace 5-Axis CNC Setup Pro with Mentoring

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 is seeking a skilled 5-Axis CNC Operator / Setup Technician in Hebron, KY to independently set up and run Makino 5-axis machines and mill-turn lathes for aerospace components. You will read GD&T drawings, plan setups, install tooling, and ensure tight tolerances with rigorous inspection.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of CNC experience, live tooling exposure, and a strong focus on quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 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 and using precision 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 for production.
• Machine aerospace parts to tight tolerances and inspect parts.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and improve processes.
• Support new program prove-outs with engineering teams.
• Maintain setup docs and inspection records.
• Follow safety, quality, and aerospace standards.

Skills

5-axis CNC operations

CNC setup

GD&T knowledge

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Team mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Makino 5-axis

Mill-turn lathe

Live tooling

G-code basics

Job description

SST Direct is seeking a skilled 5-Axis CNC Operator / Setup Technician in Hebron, KY to independently set up and run Makino 5-axis machines and mill-turn lathes for aerospace components. You will read GD&T drawings, plan setups, install tooling, and ensure tight tolerances with rigorous inspection.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of CNC experience, live tooling exposure, and a strong focus on quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.