CNC Setup & Programming Specialist (Precision Machining)

100Hires, Inc.; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

PTO and company holidays

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Alinabal seeks a CNC Setup & Programming Specialist to join our precision machining team. You will set up and run CNC machines, edit programs, and verify that parts meet strict quality standards before inspection.

You will maintain tooling, document results in E2, and pursue setup-time reductions through lean thinking. The role requires strong blueprint reading, experience with CNC programs, and the ability to work to tight schedules while ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant CNC machining experience.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and technical documents.
• Experience creating/editing CNC programs from system files.
• Proficiency with inspection gauges and metrology tools.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and setup reduction ideas.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines per travelers, drawings, and specs.
• Create, edit, retrieve, and execute CNC programs from system files.
• Manufacture parts to quality requirements; inspect and verify prior to inspection.
• Meet time and schedule standards while considering cost requirements.
• Maintain machines, keep clean and at proper fluid levels; return fixtures and tooling after runs.
• Record job data in E2 management system accurately; document results.
• Proactively identify setup-reduction opportunities and communicate with the 6S lead.
• Handle non-CNC work as needed (hand-work, inspections, etc.).

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC program formats

On-machine editing

Inspection gauges

Time management

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Basic computer literacy

Tools

CAM Software

E2 management system

Job description

CNC Setup & Programming Specialist (Precision Machining)Reports to: Manufacturing ManagerDepartment: ManufacturingFLSA StatusFLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non ExemptA day in this roleYou arrive to a clean, organized cell, review your traveler and drawing, and load the program you edited yesterday. After dialing in the setup, you run first-piece, verify dimensions, and submit for inspection—confident it will pass because you checked it twice. Between cycles, you update E2 with job details, top off fluid levels, and flag a quick 6S improvement you spotted to reduce setup time on the next run. By day’s end, tooling and fixtures are returned, schedules are met, and another customer order ships on time.What you’ll doSet up and operate CNC machines per travelers, drawings, and specifications.Create, edit, retrieve, and execute CNC programs from system files.Manufacture parts to quality requirements; inspect and verify your work before submitting for inspection.Meet time and schedule standards while identifying opportunities to meet cost requirements.Maintain machines: keep them clean and at proper fluid levels.Return all fixtures and tooling upon job completion.Use the E2 management system to accurately record job information.Spot and communicate setup-reduction and Lean opportunities to the appropriate 6S team lead.Raise issues to your supervisor promptly.Handle non-CNC work as needed: non-CNC equipment operation, hand-work, inspections, and saw-cut operations.How success is measuredMeeting required time on all assigned jobs.Hitting customer delivery commitments.Achieving quality requirements across all assigned processes.Executing all operations safely.What you bringStrong blueprint reading and ability to interpret technical documents.Working knowledge of CNC program formats and on-machine editing.Proficiency with inspection gauges.Organizational and time-management strengths; able to multi-task and prioritize independently.Clear, professional communication and solid teamwork skills.Continuous improvement mindset—willing to analyze, challenge, and refine processes.Basic computer literacy.Experience and license5 years of relevant CNC machining experience.Valid driver’s license.Your toolkitE2 management system for job data.CAM Software.Various inspection gauges.ProficienciesLean Manufacturing PrinciplesMachine Setups for Production RunsManual Machining SkillsBlueprint ReadingBenefits may includeMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributionsPaid time off (PTO) and company holidaysLife insurance and disability coverage*The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.**The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.*Physical demandsPHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Work environmentWORK ENVIRONMENT:Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.Equal opportunityAlinabal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.