CNC Setup Technician

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

American Axle & Mfg., Inc. is seeking a CNC Setup Technician in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The role covers interpreting G and M codes, performing machine set-ups and changeovers, and training associates on machining standards.

You will troubleshoot daily production challenges and contribute to continuous improvement while upholding safety and housekeeping best practices. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in high-volume precision machining, plus knowledge of lathe tooling and various turning and

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in high volume precision machining environment.
• General understanding of manufacturing processes and detailed knowledge of lathe tooling/programming.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Knowledge of Hard Turning, Green Turning, Milling, Broaching and Part Finishing machining processes.
• Knowledge to teach robot and gantry pickup points.
• Knowledge of Nachi robot controls.

Responsibilities

• Interpret G and M codes to recognize tool paths.
• Perform machine set-ups and changeovers.
• Train associates on machining standards.
• Troubleshoot daily production problems through root cause analysis as they occur.
• Participate in continuous improvement processes and maintain safety and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Machining experience

G&M codes

Robot controls

Nachi controls

Lathe tooling/programming

Education

High school diploma

Job description

CNC Setup Technician

Responsible for CNC machine troubleshooting, updating tool paths and completing set ups/change overs for machines.

Job Description

• Recognize tool paths by interpreting the program (G and M codes)
• Machine set‑ups and changeovers
• Ability to train associates on machining standards
• Troubleshoot daily production problems through root cause analysis techniques as they occur
• Participate in continuous improvement processes
• Maintains safety and good housekeeping standards

Required Skills and Education

• 1 to 3 years of experience in high volume precision machining environment
• General understanding of manufacturing processes and detailed knowledge of lathe tooling/programming
• High school diploma or equivalent experience required
• Knowledge of Hard Turning, Green Turning, Milling, Broaching and Part Finishing machining processes
• Knowledge to teach robot and gantry pickup points
• Knowledge of Nachi robot controls

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.