CNC Setup Expert – Mills & Lathes (2nd Shift)

three14 group; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential $2/hour

Job summary

three14 group is seeking a CNC Mill/Lathe Setup Specialist for the Aurora, OH area on 2nd shift. You will independently set up and run mills/lathes, edit CNC programs, interpret complex drawings with GD&T, and perform first-article and in-process inspections.

You’ll optimize cutting tools, offsets, and feeds/speeds while mentoring teammates and documenting results. Expect evening hours, safety focus, and ongoing process improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience
• Ability to independently set up and run mills and lathes
• Experience editing programs, making offsets, and adjusting machining parameters
• Fluency in reading blueprints and GD&T
• Proficiency with precision measurement and dimensional inspection
• Knowledge of cutting tools, machining processes, feeds/speeds, and tooling adjustments
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability
• Background with FANUC and Haas controls is preferred
• Associate degree or technical training in Machining Technology
• Experience with G-code and conversational programming
• Experience using CMM inspection equipment

Responsibilities

• Independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC mills and lathes to produce parts per print
• Interpret blueprints and GD&T callouts accurately
• Edit and adjust CNC programs; establish zero points, offsets, compensation, and parameters
• Select, install, adjust, sharpen, and maintain cutting tools
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections; document results
• Monitor operations; identify quality or equipment issues; adjust as needed
• Troubleshoot machining problems; modify programs; optimize processes
• Perform preventive maintenance and care of machines/tooling
• Collaborate with production/engineering to improve processes
• Assist in training other machinists on setups, programming, troubleshooting
• Maintain production records and uphold safety/quality standards

Skills

CNC machining

Setup and run mills/lathes

G-code editing

GD&T interpretation

Precision measurement

Cutting tools & feeds/speeds

Troubleshooting

FANUC controls

Haas controls

G-code/conversational programming

Tool offset compensation

Process improvement

Education

Associate degree or technical training in Machining Technology

Machining Technology background

Tools

FANUC CNC controls

Haas CNC controls

CMM inspection equipment

Job description

three14 group is seeking a CNC Mill/Lathe Setup Specialist for the Aurora, OH area on 2nd shift. You will independently set up and run mills/lathes, edit CNC programs, interpret complex drawings with GD&T, and perform first-article and in-process inspections.

You’ll optimize cutting tools, offsets, and feeds/speeds while mentoring teammates and documenting results. Expect evening hours, safety focus, and ongoing process improvement.