Prototype CNC Setup Specialist

FORCE America Inc.; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FORCE America Inc. in Manitowoc, WI seeks a skilled CNC Set Up Technician to oversee prototype processes and perform machine setup and tooling. You will collaborate with programmers, prove-out programs, and ensure quality conformance.

The role requires 2–5 years of hands-on machining experience, a relevant associate degree or CNC certification, and the ability to read blueprints and adjust controls to spec.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years developing cam systems for implementation of EIA and macro programs.
• 2-5 years of hands-on experience with machining, tooling capability, able to set up, edit, troubleshoot, and operate multiple CNC controls.
• Associate degree or Certification in CNC programming preferred or equivalent combination of years of experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Setup fixtures and add new tooling to machines where needed.
• Prove-out programs and tooling on Prototypes, ECR’s and Process changes.
• Perform FARs for all Prove-outs.
• Update process and Master Process sheets accordingly.
• Collaborate with programmers on edit changes made to the programs and processes to ensure Cribmaster cycles and tool files are accurate and correct.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve programming and in-process issues.
• Perform process rework and repairs to products as needed.
• Reviewing blueprints and schematics for prototypes and processes.

Skills

CNC programming

Machining

Blueprints & schematics

Program editing

Tool setup

Education

Associate degree or CNC certification

Tools

CNC controls

CAM systems

Job description

FORCE America Inc. in Manitowoc, WI seeks a skilled CNC Set Up Technician to oversee prototype processes and perform machine setup and tooling. You will collaborate with programmers, prove-out programs, and ensure quality conformance.

The role requires 2–5 years of hands-on machining experience, a relevant associate degree or CNC certification, and the ability to read blueprints and adjust controls to spec.