CNC HAAS Setup and Operator

Randstad USA; Florida; On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription

Dental

Vision

AD&D

Life insurance offerings

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

Randstad USA in Largo, FL is seeking an experienced CNC HAAS Setup Machinist to lead full, independent machine setups and optimize cycle times in a high‑mix, precision shop. You will read blueprints, edit G/M-code at the controller, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances.

This direct‑hire role offers 1st shift hours, structured work days, and the chance to mentor operators while collaborating with CNC Programmers and Engineers on process improvements, fixture design, and quality control.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of setup experience on vertical CNC mills (HAAS) and 4th-axis milling.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T to tight tolerances.
• Proficient in editing G/M-code at the controller.
• Experience working under ISO 9001 / AS9100 standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform full, independent setups on CNC vertical mills (HAAS) and lathes.
• Edit CNC programs manually at the controller to improve cycles.
• Machine components to tight tolerances with various materials.
• Build and modify fixtures and tooling for complex geometries.
• Mentor operators on safety and inspection techniques.
• Collaborate with engineering to troubleshoot program errors.

Skills

CNC Setup

HAAS Controls

G/M-code editing

GD&T reading

ISO 9001 / AS9100

Education

No Degree Required

Tools

Manual shop equipment

Surface grinders

Job description

Take Your Machining Career to the Next Level! Are you an autonomous, highly skilled CNC Setup Machinist who takes pride in precision work? Join a leading metal fabrication team in Largo, FL! We are seeking a top-tier CNC HAAS Setup Person / Operator to lead machine setups, optimize cycle times, and drive precision production in a high-mix shop environment.

Enjoy 1st shift hours, steady schedule stability, competitive direct-hire compensation, and the opportunity to work on complex, high-precision projects.

Why Apply?

• Great Hours: 1st Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday).
• Direct‑Hire Opportunity: Secure a permanent position with a growing industry leader.
• High-Precision Work: Setup and run complex parts holding tight tolerances down to ±.0005".

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Setup: Perform full, independent setups on CNC vertical mills (HAAS) and lathes, setting workholding, custom fixturing, tooling, tool offsets, and zero reference points.
• Controller Editing: Review G/M-code and manually perform on-the-fly edits at HAAS/Fanuc control interfaces to optimize cycle times and prevent tool wear.
• Precision & Quality: Machine components to tight tolerances across aluminum, stainless steel, and specialty alloys. Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and optical comparators.
• Tooling & Fixturing: Build, modify, and adjust custom shop tooling and fixtures to support complex geometries.
• Team Leadership: Partner with CNC Programmers/Engineers and mentor machine operators on safety, part loading, and inspection techniques.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of setup experience on vertical CNC mills, specializing in HAAS controls and 4th-axis rotational milling.
• Technical Skills: Advanced ability to read blueprints and GD&T. Proficient in reading and manually editing G/M-code at the controller.
• Tool Room Expertise: Familiarity with manual shop equipment (mills, surface grinders) for custom fixture fabrication.
• Quality Standards: Background working under ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality standards.

salary: $47,840 - $56,160 per year

shift: First

work hours: 7 AM - 3 PM

education: No Degree Required

Responsibilities

• Fully set up machines and interact/collaborate with Engineering regarding programming.
• Edit CNC programs manually at the controller.
• Proficient in the use of precision measuring equipment.
• Coach and lead mill operators on proper machine shop practices.
• Machine Setup: Perform full setups on CNC vertical mills (HAAS) and lathes, including workholding, fixturing, tooling, tool offsets, and zero reference points.
• Controller Optimization: Review G/M-code programs and edit on-the-fly at HAAS/Fanuc controls to optimize cycle times and prevent tool wear.
• Precision Machining: Machine components holding tight tolerances (±.0005") across aluminum, stainless steel, and specialty alloys.
• Tooling & Fixturing: Build, modify, and adjust custom shop tooling and fixtures independently to support complex geometries and high-mix runs.
• Quality Inspection: Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and in-process checks using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and optical comparators.
• Engineering Collaboration: Partner with CNC Programmers and Engineers to troubleshoot program errors and improve manufacturing processes.
• Operator Leadership: Train and mentor machine operators on shop safety, part loading, deburring, and quality inspection techniques.
• Maintenance & 6S: Execute routine preventive maintenance on machinery while maintaining a clean, organized, 6S/ISO-compliant workspace.

The essential functions of this role include:

• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 8 hours at one time
• working up to 5 hrs of overtime per week

Skills

• CNC
• HAAS
• OPERATOR

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 5 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Equal Opportunity Employer

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Benefits

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• 401K plan

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Experience

• Experienced
• 5 years

Education

• No Degree Required