CNC Set-Up Technician (Night Shift) – Growth & Premium

Amsted Automotive Group; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

Annual bonus opportunity

401k with company match

Health savings account with company

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

14 annual company paid holidays

Training programs

Education expense reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Amsted Automotive Group is hiring a CNC Set‑Up Technician for the 3rd shift in Shelby Township, MI. This role focuses on production machine set‑ups, tool changes, and process improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.

You will troubleshoot tooling, support engineering during APQP, and help implement automated manufacturing cells. The role emphasizes Lean initiatives, safety, and hands‑on leadership in a dynamic, employee‑owned environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Manufacturing/technical/trade education preferred; CNC programming and machining experience.
• Experience with tooling, work holding, machine troubleshooting, and process optimization.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and quality systems; strong computer and technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Performing production machine set‑ups, including chucks, collets, tool bars, and blueprint interpretation.
• Troubleshooting tooling, process concerns, and chronic machine issues to minimize downtime and improve productivity.
• Investigating, developing, and implementing improvements to CNC machining processes to optimize machine capability, efficiency, and performance.
• Replacing, repairing, and maintaining tooling and work holding equipment for CNC machines.
• Supporting Engineering during APQP activities, including tooling and work holding development.
• Assisting with automation initiatives by reteaching robots and supporting the implementation of automated manufacturing cells.
• Collaborating with Engineering to create, revise, and maintain operator work instructions and manufacturing documentation.
• Training operators on machining processes, preventive maintenance tasks, and new hire training as assigned.
• Leading preventive maintenance activities, corrective actions, and equipment improvement projects within the machining operation.
• Promoting Lean Manufacturing principles and participating in waste elimination and continuous improvement.
• Supporting departmental goals by contributing to operational excellence and team performance.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Following all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Technical proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC programming

Job description

Amsted Automotive Group is hiring a CNC Set‑Up Technician for the 3rd shift in Shelby Township, MI. This role focuses on production machine set‑ups, tool changes, and process improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.

You will troubleshoot tooling, support engineering during APQP, and help implement automated manufacturing cells. The role emphasizes Lean initiatives, safety, and hands‑on leadership in a dynamic, employee‑owned environment.