Tooling-Centric CNC Setup Technologist

100Hires, Inc.; Roscoe Township (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. is seeking an experienced CNC setup technician to configure mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines for precision parts in a demanding shop environment.

Load programs, verify tooling, apply offsets, and perform first-piece inspections to ensure dimensional accuracy. You will coach operators, troubleshoot tooling and process issues, and document setups to sustain high-quality output while upholding safety and housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• Proven CNC setup experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience setting up mills, lathes or multi-axis machines.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and hold tight tolerances.
• Understanding of tooling selection, offsets, feeds and speeds.
• Metrology skills with calipers, micrometers, indicators and gauges.
• Mechanical mindset with strong problem-solving ability.
• Independent and collaborative in a fast-paced shop environment.
• Tooling/Die experience preferred for advanced setups.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC mills, lathes, or multi-axis equipment with fixtures and programs.
• Execute tool changes and apply precise offsets for dimensional control.
• Read blueprints and inspections; apply GD&T to validate features.
• Run first-piece and in-process inspections with calipers, micrometers, indicators.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and setup issues to reduce downtime.
• Coach operators on production floor; document setups and processes.
• Track tool wear, machine behavior, and tune feeds and speeds as needed.
• Maintain safety, quality standards and housekeeping on the shop floor.

Skills

CNC setup

Milling

Lathe

Multi-axis machining

GD&T

Metrology

Blueprint interpretation

Problem solving

Tools

Tooling selection

Offsets management

Feeds & speeds

Fixture setup

Inspection tools

Job description

The ChallengeImagine taking a demanding print, turning it into a stable CNC process, and watching the first article pass inspection on the first attempt. That’s the bar. You’ll own the setup—from fixtures and program verification to tooling, offsets, and the fine adjustments that protect quality and cycle time throughout the run.How You’ll WinSet up CNC mills, lathes, or multi-axis equipment: install fixtures, load/confirm programs, set tools.Execute tool changes and apply precise offsets to maintain dimensional control and finish.Read blueprints, work instructions, and inspection requirements; apply GD&T to validate features.Run first-piece and in-process inspections with calipers, micrometers, indicators, and gauges.Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and setup issues to prevent downtime and scrap.Coach machine operators during production, answering questions and guiding best practices.Track tool wear, machine behavior, and process capability; tune feeds and speeds as needed.Complete clear setup documentation and maintain production records.Champion safety, quality, and housekeeping on the floor.Your ToolkitProven CNC setup experience in a precision manufacturing environment (required).Background setting up mills, lathes, or multi-axis machines.Ability to interpret engineering drawings and hit tight tolerances.Understanding of tooling selection, offsets, feeds, and speeds.Metrology skills: calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges.Mechanical mindset and strong problem-solving ability.Independent and team-oriented; effective in a fast-paced shop.Tool and Die experience preferred.Preferred PlusTool and Die or related tooling experience.Comfort with GD&T and formal inspection methods.Fixture setup experience, process improvement focus, and complex machining troubleshooting.Unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.Growth & RewardsBring your precision mindset to a team that values reliability and attention to detail. You’ll sharpen your craft on challenging setups and see your work translate directly into repeatable, high-quality parts.Competitive salary401(k) with company matchVacation and sick timeMedical, dental, and vision benefitsCompany-paid life insuranceIf proving out processes and elevating production quality sounds like your kind of challenge, we invite you to apply.