CNC Setup Technician

Caliberr Staffing; Macomb Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberr Staffing is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist in Michigan to identify and resolve recurring machine issues, optimize tooling, and modify CNC programs for peak performance. You will evaluate new tooling, execute equipment changeovers, maintain a clean tool room, and focus on cycle-time reduction to boost production efficiency.

You will support APQP/PPAP processes, configure setups using chucks, collets and blueprints, update robot programming, and mentor operators in machining techniques,

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing/CNC experience.
• Experience with CNCs, grinders, hobs, broaches, and heat treatment.
• Proficient in planning, GD&T, and blueprint interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve recurring machine issues, tooling complications, and process bottlenecks.
• Modify existing CNC programming code to ensure optimal performance.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of new tooling components, such as carbide inserts and work-holding devices.
• Execute equipment changeovers and perform necessary maintenance on grinders, robots, broaches, and CNC machinery.
• Contribute your expertise to team-based problem-solving initiatives.
• Maintain an organized and clean tool room environment.
• Optimize production efficiency by focusing on cycle time reduction.
• Support the APQP/PPAP process and assist in the successful launch of new manufacturing procedures.
• Configure production setups by utilizing chucks, collets, tool bars, and technical blueprints.
• Update robot programming and provide technical support to the engineering team for cell automation.
• Help mentor machine operators on machining techniques, preventative maintenance, and onboarding new staff.
• Promote a secure and sustainable workplace by adhering to all safety, recycling, and environmental protocols.
• Ensure full compliance with established quality and environmental management standards.
• Proactively suggest improvements regarding safety, quality, and productivity to your supervisor.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

CNC programming

Fanuc controls

GD&T

Blueprint interpretation

Machining techniques

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Fanuc robotics

Job description

• Identify and resolve recurring machine issues, tooling complications, and process bottlenecks.
• Modify existing CNC programming code to ensure optimal performance.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of new tooling components, such as carbide inserts and work-holding devices.
• Execute equipment changeovers and perform necessary maintenance on grinders, robots, broaches, and CNC machinery.
• Contribute your expertise to team-based problem-solving initiatives.
• Maintain an organized and clean tool room environment.
• Optimize production efficiency by focusing on cycle time reduction.
• Support the APQP/PPAP process and assist in the successful launch of new manufacturing procedures.
• Configure production setups by utilizing chucks, collets, tool bars, and technical blueprints.
• Update robot programming and provide technical support to the engineering team for cell automation.
• Help mentor machine operators on machining techniques, preventative maintenance, and onboarding new staff.
• Promote a secure and sustainable workplace by adhering to all safety, recycling, and environmental protocols.
• Ensure full compliance with established quality and environmental management standards.
• Proactively suggest improvements regarding safety, quality, and productivity to your supervisor.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

Core Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve recurring machine issues, tooling complications, and process bottlenecks.
• Modify existing CNC programming code to ensure optimal performance.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of new tooling components, such as carbide inserts and work-holding devices.
• Execute equipment changeovers and perform necessary maintenance on grinders, robots, broaches, and CNC machinery.
• Contribute your expertise to team-based problem-solving initiatives.
• Maintain an organized and clean tool room environment.
• Optimize production efficiency by focusing on cycle time reduction.
• Support the APQP/PPAP process and assist in the successful launch of new manufacturing procedures.
• Configure production setups by utilizing chucks, collets, tool bars, and technical blueprints.
• Update robot programming and provide technical support to the engineering team for cell automation.
• Help mentor machine operators on machining techniques, preventative maintenance, and onboarding new staff.
• Promote a secure and sustainable workplace by adhering to all safety, recycling, and environmental protocols.
• Ensure full compliance with established quality and environmental management standards.
• Proactively suggest improvements regarding safety, quality, and productivity to your supervisor.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

Professional Background

• Education: Minimum of a High School diploma.
• Degree Requirements: Not applicable.
• Experience: Background in production, mechanical work, and CNC machinery.
• Years of Experience: 3-5 years.

Required Skills

• Demonstrate strong capabilities in process setup and technical troubleshooting.
• Proven background in manufacturing environments involving CNCs, grinders, hobs, shapers, broaches, and heat treatment.
• Proficiency with CNC programming, Fanuc control systems, and Fanuc robotics.
• Strong grasp of technical math, tool geometry, GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and mechanical systems.
• Practical knowledge and application of standard tool room machinery.