Senior 5-Axis CNC Setup & Tooling Lead

Cox Machine, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Machine, Inc. is seeking a 5 Axis Setup & Tooling Operator to lead on the production floor across multiple Haas UMC-750 centers.

You will perform complex setups, install fixtures, load programs, and ensure tooling is optimized to maximize spindle utilization and throughput. The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of CNC experience, strong 5-axis knowledge, ability to read drawings and GD&T, and a track record of improving cycle times while maintaining quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of CNC machining experience.
• 2+ years setups on CNC machining centers.
• Experience with 5-axis machining processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete setups on Haas UMC-750 and other 5-axis centers.
• Install fixtures, workholding, tooling, probes, and related tooling.
• Load and verify programs, setup sheets, tool offsets, and work offsets.
• Conduct first-piece inspections and production approvals.
• Support multiple cells to maximize machine uptime.
• Mentor and train Parts Loader Operators; ensure safe, accurate operation.

Skills

CNC Machining

5-axis Machining

Setup Experience

Troubleshooting

Reading Blueprints

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height Gauges

Bore Gauges

Job description

Cox Machine, Inc. is seeking a 5 Axis Setup & Tooling Operator to lead on the production floor across multiple Haas UMC-750 centers.

You will perform complex setups, install fixtures, load programs, and ensure tooling is optimized to maximize spindle utilization and throughput. The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of CNC experience, strong 5-axis knowledge, ability to read drawings and GD&T, and a track record of improving cycle times while maintaining quality.