CNC Set-Up Machinist - 2nd Shift

Kaleo Service Group; Indiana; On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start after hire

Paid holidays

PTO (annual)

Quarterly bonus

Annual raises

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Kaleo Service Group in Ossian, IN is seeking an experienced CNC Set-Up Machinist for the 2nd shift to set up machines, manage changeovers, troubleshoot issues, and keep production running smoothly.

The role covers CNC mills and lathes, requires strong setup skills, read blueprints, perform first-piece inspection, and maintain quality while minimizing downtime. Competitive hourly pay with shift premium is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong CNC setup and changeover experience.
• Experience with CNC mills, CNC lathes, or both.
• Ability to complete setups with limited supervision.
• Understanding of tooling, workholding, offsets, and machining processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining and quality issues.
• Experience reading blueprints and inspecting precision components.
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC mills and/or lathes for production runs.
• Complete machine changeovers as jobs and production requirements change.
• Install and verify tooling, fixtures, and workholding.
• Load and verify programs and make necessary offsets.
• Ensure machines are properly set up before releasing jobs into production.
• Verify initial parts meet print specifications before continuing production.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and setup issues.
• Diagnose problems affecting part quality or production efficiency.
• Make adjustments to offsets, tooling, and machining processes as needed.
• Help resolve issues that operators cannot address independently.
• Keep production moving while maintaining quality standards.
• Serve as a go-to technical resource for the 2nd Shift team.

Skills

CNC setup

Changeovers

Blueprint reading

Machining troubleshooting

Quality inspection

Independent work

Tools

CNC mills

CNC lathes

Job description

2nd Shift | Ossian, IN | $31–$35/hour
Full-Time | CNC Mills & Lathes

Compensation

$28–$32/hour base pay + $3/hour shift premium

Total: $31–$35/hour

Pay is based on experience, setup proficiency, and technical ability.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced CNC Set-Up Machinist to serve as a key technical resource on 2nd Shift at an established manufacturing operation in Ossian, IN.

This is more than a machine operation role. You'll be the person others rely on to set up machines, manage changeovers, troubleshoot problems, and keep production running efficiently.

You'll work across CNC mills and lathes, handling different jobs, tooling requirements, and production demands. When a job changes over or a machining issue comes up, you'll be expected to understand the process, identify the problem, and get things back on track.

This is a great fit for a machinist who knows their way around CNC equipment, enjoys the technical side of the work, and wants to take ownership of the operation rather than simply run parts all shift.

The company has been in business for 65+ years, with consistent growth and a strong reputation in the industry.

What You'll Work On

CNC Lathes handling a variety of jobs and smaller production runs

Multiple machines, setups, and changeovers

Tooling, workholding, and machining process adjustments

What You'll Be Doing

Setups & Changeovers

Set up CNC mills and/or lathes for production runs

Complete machine changeovers as jobs and production requirements change

Install and verify tooling, fixtures, and workholding

Load and verify programs and make necessary offsets

Ensure machines are properly set up before releasing jobs into production

Verify initial parts meet print specifications before continuing production

Troubleshooting & Technical Support

Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and setup issues

Diagnose problems affecting part quality or production efficiency

Make adjustments to offsets, tooling, and machining processes as needed

Help resolve issues that operators cannot address independently

Keep production moving while maintaining quality standards

Serve as a go-to technical resource for the 2nd Shift team

Production & Quality

Operate CNC equipment as needed to support production

Perform first-piece and in-process inspections

Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings

Use precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, and gauges

Learn and utilize CMM and optical comparator inspection equipment as needed

Maintain consistent part quality and identify issues before they affect production

Day-to-Day Ownership

Manage setups and production priorities with minimal supervision

Coordinate changeovers to minimize downtime

Help operators resolve machine and quality issues

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

Take ownership of equipment readiness, production continuity, and quality

What We're Looking For

Strong CNC setup and changeover experience

Experience with CNC mills, CNC lathes, or both

Ability to complete setups with limited supervision

Understanding of tooling, workholding, offsets, and machining processes

Ability to troubleshoot machining and quality issues

Experience reading blueprints and inspecting precision components

Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Additional Experience That Helps

Experience setting up multiple CNC machines

Familiarity with CMMs and optical comparators

Experience supporting CNC operators on an off shift

Ability to identify opportunities to improve setups and reduce downtime

Experience working in a high-mix or high-volume manufacturing environment

Why This Role Stands Out

$31–$35/hour total compensation, including shift premium

A technical role with meaningful responsibility

Opportunity to be the go-to machinist on 2nd Shift

Variety across CNC milling and turning operations

Independence to troubleshoot and solve problems

Established company with 65+ years in business

Opportunity to expand your technical skills and long-term earning potential

Schedule & Overtime

2nd Shift: 3:00pm–11:30pm

Full-time position

Opportunity to pick up additional hours if desired

$28–$32/hour base pay

+$3/hour 2nd Shift premium

$31–$35/hour total hourly rate

Benefits begin the 1st of the month after hire

8 paid holidays + 3 floating holidays

104 hours of PTO annually in year one

Quarterly Chip Bonus

Annual performance reviews and raises

Growth-based pay increases

The Bottom Line

This is the person who makes sure the machines are ready, the setups are right, and production keeps moving on 2nd Shift.

If you have the experience to handle CNC setups and changeovers, troubleshoot problems, and serve as the technical go-to when issues arise, this role offers the opportunity to put those skills to work.

You'll earn $31–$35/hour, work with CNC mills and lathes, and have the independence to make a real impact on the operation.