CNC Setup Machinist (5-Axis Mill) - 2nd Shift

ABC Sheet Metal; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC Sheet Metal / Steeldyne Industries in Anaheim is seeking an experienced CNC Setup Machinist to independently set up and operate 5-axis CNC mills. You will work on 3-axis and 5-axis milling jobs, handling precision components, tooling, fixtures, and secondary machining on formed sheet metal parts and weldments.

The role requires 6+ years of CNC setup experience, strong GD&T and G-code editing skills, and the ability to work on the stated second-shift schedule.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of CNC setup and machining in precision environments.
• Independent 5-axis CNC mill setup experience with 3-axis mill work.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T skills.
• Proficiency in G-code editing and precision measurement.
• Ability to work independently and meet quality and production targets.
• Willingness to support the stated second‑shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Set up tooling, fixtures, datums, and part alignment.
• Verify first article, run production, ensure safe operation.
• Edit G-code at the machine and resolve issues with programmers.
• Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and indicators.
• Build or modify fixtures and setup tooling as needed.
• Troubleshoot dimensional, surface finish, and offset issues.
• Collaborate to improve setup time, cycle time, and consistency.

Skills

CNC setup

5-axis milling

Blueprint reading & GD&T

G-code editing

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting machining

Independent worker

Tools

Haas UMC-Series

Mastercam

Renishaw probing

Job description

$33–$45/hr DOE | 2nd Shift Monday–Thursday | 2:00 PM–12:30 AM | Every Friday Off

ABC Sheet Metal / Steeldyne Industries

Anaheim / Fullerton Area

About the Position

ABC Sheet Metal is hiring an experienced CNC Setup Machinist with strong hands‑on experience independently setting up and operating 5-axis CNC mills.

You’ll work on 3-axis and 5-axis milling jobs using prepared CNC programs. The work includes precision components, tooling, fixtures, and secondary machining on formed sheet metal parts, weldments, and fabricated assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete machine setups, including tooling, fixtures, workholding, tool and work offsets, datums, and part alignment.
• Prove out prepared CNC programs, verify the first piece, and run production jobs safely and accurately.
• Make basic G-code edits at the machine and work with programming personnel to resolve program issues.
• Inspect parts during production using micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
• Build or modify custom fixtures, soft jaws, and setup tooling; operate manual or conventional shop equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot dimensional, surface finish, tooling, and workholding issues. Adjust offsets, speeds, feeds, and tooling to maintain part quality.
• Collaborate with programming, quality, and production personnel to improve setup time, cycle time, and machining consistency.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of CNC setup and machining experience in precision machining, a job shop, or a similarly complex manufacturing environment.
• Independent 5-axis CNC mill setup experience, along with experience setting up and operating 3-axis mills.
• Strong blueprint reading and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) skills.
• Proficiency in basic G-code editing, precision measurement, custom workholding, and machining troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently, communicate technical issues clearly, and meet quality and production requirements.
• Availability to work the stated second‑shift schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

• Haas UMC-Series setup experience strongly preferred. Candidates with 5-axis mill setup experience on other machine brands are encouraged to apply.
• Haas or Renishaw probing experience.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience or familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Secondary machining experience involving formed sheet metal components, weldments, or fabricated assemblies.
• Mastercam familiarity.

About ABC Sheet Metal

ABC Sheet Metal / Steeldyne Industries is an AS9100D-certified manufacturer serving aerospace, defense, and commercial customers. Our capabilities include precision machining, sheet metal fabrication, and welding.