CNC Turning & Milling Setup Technician

STERIS - Operations; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive pay

PTO + holidays

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Maternity and paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

STERIS - Operations is hiring a CNC Turning & Milling Setup Technician to convert blueprints into precise machine setups and to operate CNC lathes and milling centers. You will apply offsets, verify dimensions with micrometers and calipers, and ensure tight tolerances for production runs.

You will support junior operators and uphold safety rules daily. The role emphasizes reading blueprints, routers, and SOPs, with focus on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• Must read blueprints, routers, and SOPs to set up and run machines.
• Accurate measurement with micrometers/calipers to verify tolerances.
• Ability to interpret and apply process documentation at pace.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and milling centers across a range of jobs.
• Apply limited program edits and offsets to hold tight tolerances.
• Translate blueprints into precise machine setups and workflows.
• Support team by assisting lower-level operators when needed.
• Uphold safety, plant rules, and workplace policies.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Process routers interpretation

SOP interpretation

Fine motor control

Precision measurement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC Laser Cutter

CNC Lathe (2–4 axis)

CNC Grinder

CNC Lathe (5+ axis)

Job description

Build What Protects: Join STERIS as a CNC Turning & Milling Setup TechnicianImagine your work contributing to safer surgeries, cleaner labs, and healthier communities. That’s the impact you make at STERIS, where we deliver innovative healthcare and life science solutions worldwide.The MissionTransform raw stock into precision components by setting up and operating CNC lathes and mills. With careful blueprint interpretation and disciplined process control, you’ll ensure every feature meets dimensional requirements—part after part.Your ImpactTranslate blueprints and routers into efficient machine setups.Set up and operate a Swiss-type CNC lathe or a CNC milling center across a range of jobs.Apply limited program edits and offsets to hold tight tolerances.Use micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions while keeping production moving.Support team performance by assisting lower-level operators when needed.Uphold plant rules, safety practices, and workplace policies.Work HoursMonday–Thursday, 3:15 PM to 1:45 AMWhat You BringHigh school diploma or equivalent.3–5 years of CNC machining experience or a relevant technical degree.Ability to read and apply blueprints, process routers, and Standard Operating Procedures.Fine motor control to carry out precision operations.Physical & Visual RequirementsMostly standing; occasional sitting.Limited bending and twisting.Ability to move up to 50 lbs between workstations.Visual acuity to spot subtle quality non-conformities.Tools & EquipmentCNC Laser CutterCNC Lathe (2–4 axis)CNC GrinderCNC Lathe (5+ axis)Blueprint readingGrow with STERISWe invest in your career, well-being, and future.Market-competitive payRobust PTO plus 9 additional holidaysShort- and long-term disability401(k) with company matchMaternity and paternal leaveOptional add-ons and discounts, including pet insuranceTuition reimbursement and continuing education programs