CNC Set-Up Pro - Precision, Growth & Shift Diff

Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

High-precision manufacturing环境

Fitness Center access

Job summary

Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC is seeking a CNC Machine Set-Up I in West Chicago, IL. This full-time direct-labor role requires setup, operation, and optimization of CNC equipment for high-quality production.

Shift options include mornings, afternoons, and nights with potential differential pay. The successful candidate will mentor junior staff and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include tool changes, first article inspections, and data capture for process verification.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of CNC machine setup experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Independently perform complex CNC machine setups with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T, setup sheets, and work instructions.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and perform first article inspections.
• Ability to perform tool offsets, speeds, and feeds adjustments; troubleshoot machining issues.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC machines for production, including tooling installation, machine changeovers, fixture alignment and preparation.
• Perform complex setups independently with minimal supervision.
• Change and adjust cutting tools and manage live or static tooling.
• Conduct daily machine maintenance and inspect equipment for proper operation.
• Record setup and production data, and complete required documentation accurately.
• Perform first article inspections and verify conformance to specifications.
• Inspect machined parts for blueprints, workmanship, surface finish and quality standards.
• Mentor operators and junior technicians; support Lean and 5S initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering on process improvements and optimization.

Skills

CNC setup

GD&T

Blueprints reading

First article inspection

Tooling changes

Troubleshooting

Lean manufacturing

Tools

HAAS

Citizen

Star

Tsugami

Miyano

Job description

Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC is seeking a CNC Machine Set-Up I in West Chicago, IL. This full-time direct-labor role requires setup, operation, and optimization of CNC equipment for high-quality production.

Shift options include mornings, afternoons, and nights with potential differential pay. The successful candidate will mentor junior staff and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include tool changes, first article inspections, and data capture for process verification.