CNC Set Up Technicians

Kelly Services-Portugal; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mykelly seeks a CNC Machine Set-Up Technician II to join a precision manufacturing team. The role emphasizes independent complex setups, process optimization, and adherence to quality as you support continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include tooling installation, fixture alignment, offsets, program editing, and first-article inspections. You will mentor operators and collaborate with engineering on improvements while sustaining safety and GMP standards.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED with 8–10 years CNC setup experience.
• Proficient reading blueprints, GD&T, setup sheets, and work instructions.
• Strong measurement skills with micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gages.

Responsibilities

• Safely set up CNC machines for production, including tooling, changeovers, fixtures, offsets, and preparation.
• Operate CNC lathes, Swiss-type lathes, and vertical machining centers.
• Adjust tooling, offsets, speeds, and feeds; edit programs and optimize processes.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues; address significant concerns.
• Perform daily machine maintenance and inspections and document in systems.
• Conduct first-article inspections and verify conformance to drawings and GD&T.
• Document setup, tool-change, production, and inspection data accurately.
• Recommend tooling and cycle-time improvements; support Engineering with solutions.
• Mentor operators and other setup technicians; support Lean and 5S.

Skills

CNC setup

Process optimization

GDT interpretation

Blueprint reading

Quality documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HAAS

Citizen

Star

Tsugami

Miyano

Multi-axis CNC

Job description

CNC Machine Set-Up Technician II

Join a precision manufacturing team where expert CNC setup, process optimization, and consistent quality keep production moving. We’re seeking an experienced technician who can independently handle complex setups, troubleshoot machining issues, and support continuous improvement.

What you’ll do

• Safely set up CNC machines for production, including tooling installation, changeovers, fixture alignment, offsets, and machine preparation.
• Operate CNC lathes, Swiss-type lathes, vertical machining centers, and related equipment.
• Adjust cutting tools, offsets, speeds, and feeds; edit programs and optimize machining processes.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues; escape significant operational or quality concerns.
• Perform daily machine maintenance and inspections, including cleaning collets and guide bushings, boring jaws, aligning vises and fixtures, and lubrication.
• Perform first-article inspections and inspect components using precision measuring instruments to verify conformance to drawings, GD&T, workmanship, and surface-finish requirements.
• Accurately document setup, tool-change, production, and inspection information in manufacturing systems.
• Recommend tooling, cycle-time, and process improvements; support Engineering with machining solutions.
• Communicate equipment performance, production rates, tooling needs, and quality concerns to supervisors and Engineering.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to operators and less experienced setup technicians while supporting Lean, continuous improvement, and 5S initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 8–10 years of CNC setup experience in a precision manufacturing environment, including advanced setup and process optimization.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining principles, tooling, feeds, speeds, and machining calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T, setup sheets, and work instructions.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gages, thread gages, height gages, and comparators.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and documentation accuracy.
• Effective communication, teamwork, prioritization, and technical judgment.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or alternate shifts as needed; perform the physical requirements of the role; and maintain reliable attendance.
• Commitment to company safety, quality, GMP, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with multi-axis CNC lathes, Swiss-style CNC machines, and vertical machining centers.
• Experience with HAAS, Citizen, Star, Tsugami, Miyano, or similar equipment.
• Experience editing CNC programs and optimizing machining processes.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing; medical device experience is preferred.