CNC Set Up Operator

W3Global Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Referral Program

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a skilled CNC Set Up Operator to join our manufacturing team in a fast-paced environment focused on precision and safety.

You will set up, operate, and optimize CNC machining equipment, interpret blueprints, and inspect parts to ensure tolerance and quality during production. The role emphasizes lean principles and continuous improvement, with exposure to Fanuc controls and various measuring tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience setting up and operating CNC lathes and/or CNC milling machines in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CNC programming fundamentals, including G-code and M-code.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and technical drawings.
• Solid understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Experience using precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and CMM equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of machining tools, hand tools, grinders, power tools, and tooling practices.
• Basic math skills for machining calculations, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Experience troubleshooting CNC machines and resolving setup or production issues.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety procedures; experience with welding, forklift operation, or plastics support equipment is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare CNC lathes and milling machines, ensuring proper calibration, tooling, and machine readiness.
• Interpret mechanical blueprints, technical drawings, and machining specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform precision inspections using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, coordinate measuring machines (CMM), and other quality measurement tools.
• Complete manual machining operations, including grinding, lathe work, or welding, as needed to support production.
• Monitor machine performance and perform routine inspections, adjustments, and troubleshooting, including machines with Fanuc controls.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency, minimize waste, and maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain quality standards throughout production by ensuring parts meet engineering specifications.
• Assist with tooling management and machine maintenance as required.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and manufacturing procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

G-code/M-code

GD&T

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Machining tools

Safety awareness

Tools

Fanuc controls

CNC lathes

CNC milling

CMM equipment

Calipers & micrometers

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated CNC Set Up Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and optimizing CNC machining equipment to produce high-quality precision metal components. Your expertise in machine setup, tooling, blueprint interpretation, and quality inspection will help ensure efficient production while maintaining the highest quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with advanced CNC equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on precision, safety, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare CNC lathes and milling machines, ensuring proper calibration, tooling, and machine readiness.
• Interpret mechanical blueprints, technical drawings, and machining specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform precision inspections using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, coordinate measuring machines (CMM), and other quality measurement tools.
• Complete manual machining operations, including grinding, lathe work, or welding, as needed to support production.
• Monitor machine performance and perform routine inspections, adjustments, and troubleshooting, including machines with Fanuc controls.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency, minimize waste, and maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain quality standards throughout production by ensuring parts meet engineering specifications.
• Assist with tooling management and machine maintenance as required.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and manufacturing procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven experience setting up and operating CNC lathes and/or CNC milling machines in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CNC programming fundamentals, including G-code and M-code.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and technical drawings.
• Solid understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Experience using precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and CMM equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of machining tools, hand tools, grinders, power tools, and tooling practices.
• Basic math skills for machining calculations, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Experience troubleshooting CNC machines and resolving setup or production issues.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety procedures; experience with welding, forklift operation, or plastics support equipment is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Referral Program

Work Location: On-site

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine the recruitment process by delivering our SaaS‑based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert t