CNC Setup Operator Lathe & Mill

TotalEnergies Group; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson Industries, Inc. is seeking a CNC Setup Operator to read drawings, set up and run CNC equipment safely and efficiently. You will edit G/M codes, use precision measuring tools, and ensure quality through measurement and documentation.

The role requires lifting up to 70 pounds, working eight hours in a non-air conditioned environment, and providing clear communication with the team while maintaining a safe workspace. This is a full-time on-site position in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Advanced CNC machining skills, including work holding, tooling, setup, fixture and tool offsets and program editing.
• Knowledge of quality control measuring tools is required.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing drawings.
• Good communication skills are required.
• Ability to lift 70 pounds regularly and endure eight-hour shifts in a non‑air conditioned area.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC equipment and operate it safely and efficiently.
• Read drawings/prints for size, tolerance, and finish requirements.
• Edit machine programs using G/M codes when needed.
• Support tool wear adjustments and changeout tooling as required.
• Enter production information into the tracking system and complete setup paperwork.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and communicate with team members.

Skills

Advanced CNC machining

Reading drawings

G & M code editing

Quality control tools

Communication skills

Physical lifting ability

Work in non-air conditioned env

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Depth gauges

Job description

The CNC Setup Operator is responsible to set up effectively and operates the CNC equipment to which is assigned, safely and efficiently. He/she must be able to read and understand drawing/prints. He/she must be able to use Quality Control measuring tools to ensure a quality product is produced. He/she must understand “G” & “M” codes and be able to edit machine programs.

Specific Duties

Follow all applicable environmental, health and safety rules and procedures and immediately report all dangerous situations, near-misses, and injuries.

Participate in developing and updating risk assessments and review all applicable risk assessments annually.

• Read and understand the drawings/prints required for the assigned job, including but not limited to size and tolerance and finish requirements associated with the operation being set up.
• Know how to use micrometers, calipers, height gauges, depth gauges, and any other measuring device required to ensure a quality product is being produced.
• Knowledge of basic “G” & “M” codes and ability to read and edit machine programs at the machines. Basic computer skills to upload and download machine programs.
• Demonstrate the ability to instruct an operator in the loading, machining process, unloading, deburring and any other functions required to complete the operation step for the part being set up.
• Help operators address any “issues” that may arise during the machining process including, but not limited to, making adjustments for tool wear and changing tools when they become dull or broken.
• Ability to use or learn to use a computer to enter production information into a production tracking system.
• Ability to complete paperwork requirements for each operation, including setup sheets and Serial Number Tracking Sheet and any others that might be required for the operators to assume responsibility for the operation of the equipment being set up.
• Must keep work area clean, neat and orderly as required to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Strive to improve workstation performance, reducing part-to-part times, increasing production efficiency, decreasing setup times through more efficient fixtures, work holding and tooling. Always work to improve quality at all levels.
• Communicate professionally with everyone in the plant. Utilize a translator to communicate with non-English speaking employees.
• Take directions from immediate supervisor and designated management representatives.
• Work overtime as required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Advanced CNC machining skills, including work holding, tooling, setup, fixture and tool offsets and program editing is required. Being able to hold close tolerances as required.
• Knowledge of quality control measuring tool is required.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturing – assembly drawings is required.
• Good communication skills are required.
• Ability to lift 70 pounds on a regular basis, as much as ten times an hour.
• Must be able to work in a non-air conditioned environment for a minimum of eight (8) hours per day.

Personal Protective Equipment

The following list of PPE is required while in the manufacturing area.

Safety Glasses conforming to ANSI Z87.1 or higher

Steel Toe Safety Shoes conforming to OSHA General Industry Standards 29 CFR 1910

Hearing protection conforming to OSHA General Industry Standards 29 CFR 1910

Hutchinson Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

This position is non-exempt. Hutchinson Industries, Inc. reserves the right to modify the job description based upon its needs and may require the employee to perform functions beyond those mentioned above. Neither this job description nor any other communication creates an employment contract between Hutchinson Industries, Inc. nor the employee, and either one may terminate employment without notice at any time.