CNC Mill Setup Operator — Tight Tolerance to ±0.0005

Cypress HCM; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress HCM is seeking a skilled Mill Set-up / Operator for 1st or 2nd shift to join a fast-growing metal fabrication team. Set up and operate CNC milling machines to produce precision components, read blueprints, and drive quality through tooling and process control.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in CNC milling, experience with Mori Seiki, Mazak, and HAAS, and a strong eye for detail. You will collaborate with supervisors and engineers to optimize setups, speeds, feeds, and tolerances.

Qualifications

• 5+ years minimum experience as CNC Mill operator.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Hold tight tolerances ±0.0005 in.
• Experience with Mori Seiki, Mazak, and HAAS.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines to manufacture precision components.
• Install tooling and workholding fixtures.
• Operate vertical and horizontal machining centers (Mori Seiki, Mazak, HAAS).
• Calculate speeds and feeds for various materials.
• Machine parts to tight tolerances of ±0.0005 inches.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and GD&T.Plan machining operations based on specifications.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring tools.
• Monitor operations and adjust to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling and equipment issues to minimize downtime.

Skills

CNC Milling

G-Code

Blueprint Reading

Tight tolerances

Tooling & Workholding

Speeds & Feeds

Quality Assurance

Tools

Mori Seiki

Mazak

HAAS

Job description

Cypress HCM is seeking a skilled Mill Set-up / Operator for 1st or 2nd shift to join a fast-growing metal fabrication team. Set up and operate CNC milling machines to produce precision components, read blueprints, and drive quality through tooling and process control.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in CNC milling, experience with Mori Seiki, Mazak, and HAAS, and a strong eye for detail. You will collaborate with supervisors and engineers to optimize setups, speeds, feeds, and tolerances.