CNC Lathe Setup

M & S MACHINE & TOOL CO INC; Savin Rock (CT); On-site; USD 68,770,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Simple IRA (3% match)

Paid time off

Job summary

M & S MACHINE & TOOL CO INC in West Haven, CT seeks a CNC Lathe Setup technician to configure tooling and set up CNC machines to meet production specs in a job shop. Read drawings, select tools, and verify offsets.

Responsibilities include trial runs, maintaining tooling, documenting setups, and ensuring safety and quality. Benefits include health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and a Simple IRA with 3% match.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience in CNC machine setup or a related manufacturing role.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Basic knowledge of CNC programming and machine operation.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work orders to determine machine setup requirements.
• Select, install, and align cutting tools, fixtures, and work holding devices on CNC machines.
• Input and verify machine parameters and offsets to ensure accurate machining operations.
• Perform trial runs and make necessary adjustments to achieve desired tolerances and surface finishes.
• Collaborate with team to resolve setup issues and improve process efficiency.
• Maintain detailed setup documentation and records for quality control and repeatability.
• Conduct routine maintenance and inspections of CNC equipment to ensure operational reliability.
• Adhere to safety protocols and company policies during all setup and machining activities.

Skills

CNC setup experience

Read technical drawings

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fanuc CNC control systems

Calipers, micrometers

Job description

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CNC Lathe Setup

Full Time M & S MACHINE & TOOL CO INC, West Haven, CT, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1002

Salary Range: $24.00 To $35.00 Hourly

About the Role:

The CNC Lathe Setup position is responsible for accurately setting all tooling and making proper adjustments to achieve quality results in a job shop environment. The primary goal of this role is to prepare and configure CNC machines to meet production specifications and adhere to quality standards. Skills involve interpreting technical drawings, following instructions, setting work holding and tooling correctly, and maintaining tooling throughout production. The CNC Setup position plays a key role in minimizing downtime by troubleshooting setup issues and maintaining equipment readiness. Ultimately, this role supports production by ensuring CNC operations are continuously operable and delivering high-quality results.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience in CNC machine setup or a related manufacturing role.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Basic knowledge of CNC programming and machine operation.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of a technical or vocational program in CNC machining or manufacturing technology.
• Experience with specifically Fanuc CNC control systems (6+ years)
• Hands on experience with precision measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, indicators, comparators etc..
• Critical thinker who has a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work orders to determine machine setup requirements.
• Select, install, and align cutting tools, fixtures, and work holding devices on CNC machines.
• Input and verify machine parameters and offsets to ensure accurate machining operations.
• Perform trial runs and make necessary adjustments to achieve desired tolerances and surface finishes.
• Collaborate with team to resolve setup issues and improve process efficiency.
• Maintain detailed setup documentation and records for quality control and repeatability.
• Conduct routine maintenance and inspections of CNC equipment to ensure operational reliability.
• Adhere to safety protocols and company policies during all setup and machining activities.

100% paid Health Insurance for Employee,

Offering Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, and much more

Simple IRA (3% match), PTO, paid Holidays