CNC VMC Setup Technician – Dual-Machine Expert

Launch; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Launch in Addison, IL is looking for a skilled CNC Machinist to set up and run vertical milling centers, install tooling, verify programs, and read engineering drawings. You will perform first-article checks, adjust offsets, and troubleshoot minor issues, often handling two machines and multiple setups per shift in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

The role requires blueprint literacy, micrometer/caliper proficiency, and comfort with Fanuc controls.

Qualifications

• CNC setup experience on vertical milling centers.
• Blueprint literacy is required.
• Quality inspection skills with micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Comfort with Fanuc controls.
• G-code and M-code knowledge beneficial.
• Exposure to 5-axis CNC equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run CNC vertical milling centers to meet specs and quality targets.
• Install tooling and fixtures; upload/verify programs.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Perform first-article and in-process checks with micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Tweak offsets and troubleshoot minor issues.
• Operate up to two machines at a time; complete 1–5 setups per shift.

Skills

CNC setup experience

Blueprint literacy

Quality inspection

Fanuc controls

G-code/M-code knowledge

5-axis exposure

G-code editing

Tools

Haas VF-2

Haas VF-5DMG

DMG Mori CMX 1100

DMG Mori NVX 5100

Okuma mills and lathes

Multimeter

Job description

Launch in Addison, IL is looking for a skilled CNC Machinist to set up and run vertical milling centers, install tooling, verify programs, and read engineering drawings. You will perform first-article checks, adjust offsets, and troubleshoot minor issues, often handling two machines and multiple setups per shift in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

The role requires blueprint literacy, micrometer/caliper proficiency, and comfort with Fanuc controls.