CNC Setup Operator - 2nd Shift

Hubbell Incorporated; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated in Hamilton, Ohio, is seeking a CNC Setup Operator to set up, operate, and monitor CNC machinery to produce high-quality precision parts. This role requires familiarity with CNC setup, tooling, and inspections.

Qualified candidates should have 1-5 years of CNC experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Join us to help deliver components that meet strict quality standards while adhering to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in CNC machine setup and operation.
• Proficiency in setting up CNC machines and maintaining tolerances.
• Strong understanding of CNC prints.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machinery.
• Review job orders and adjust setups accordingly.
• Conduct first-piece inspections for quality assurance.

Skills

CNC machine setup

Precision measuring instruments

Tooling and program loading

Troubleshooting

Manufacturing environment experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

The CNC Setup Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring CNC machinery to produce precision parts that meet strict quality standards. This role ensures compliance with all safety protocols, ISO requirements, and quality control procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The operator will play a key role in delivering high-quality components on time, supporting production efficiency, and minimizing downtime through proactive machine operation and basic troubleshooting.

A Day In The Life

As a CNC Setup Operator, your daily responsibilities will include:

• Review job orders and technical drawings to determine setup requirements for CNC machines.
• Select and install appropriate tooling, fixtures, and materials according to specifications.
• Load CNC programs and verify accuracy before initiating production runs.
• Perform precise machine adjustments, including offsets and tool changes, to maintain tight tolerances.
• Conduct first-piece inspections using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Document setup details and inspection results on required forms for quality assurance.
• Monitor machine performance during initial runs and make necessary corrections to optimize efficiency.
• Collaborate with operators and supervisors to ensure smooth transitions between setups and production runs.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety and ISO standards.

What will help you thrive in this role?

Experience & Skills:

• 1-5 years of experience in CNC machine setup and operation.
• Proficiency in setting up CNC machines, including tooling, offsets, and program loading.
• Strong understanding of CNC prints and ability to maintain tolerances to .000.
• Skilled in using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Familiarity with machine controls, troubleshooting, and optimizing setups for efficiency.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Education:

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 35 lbs.
• Frequent use of hands and arms to handle tools, materials, and machine components.

Visual acuity for close, color, distance, and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.