CNC Lathe Setup Technician - Precision Work & Benefits

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

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.