CNC Setup Technician
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Elk Grove VillageMid level2–5 yrs
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The job in short
CNC machine setup.
Details
- Found
- 11 d ago · posted 2026-10-15
- Location as listed
- Elk Grove Village, Illinois
- Role
- Production / Machine Operator
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected manufacturing company where you can apply your CNC programming and setup expertise in a hands-on role that values precision, quality, and teamwork. The position offers a chance to work with advanced multi-axis CNC machines and contribute directly to production excellence and continuous improvement.
CNC Programmer & Setup Benefits & Compensation
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Supportive team environment focused on quality and safety
• Opportunity for skill development and career growth
• Access to modern equipment and software tools
CNC Programmer & Setup Requirements & Qualifications
• 2–5 years of experience operating, programming, setting up, and maintaining multi-axis CNC lathes and mills with Fanuc controllers
• Ability to interpret customer drawings, including GD&T, parts lists, ECOs, work instructions, and inspection plans
• Proficiency with manual inspection tools such as bore gauges, micrometers, dial indicators, height gauges, thread and pin gauges, microscopes, profilometers, optical comparators, and Rockwell testers
• Ability to design, mount, and load tooling, fixtures, vises, jaws, and perform tool touch-offs
• Experience producing first piece inspection parts and basic troubleshooting of speeds, feeds, work holding, tool selection, and tool wear
• Familiarity with collaboration between production and quality control for inspection plans and documentation
• Competence in training operators on running and inspecting parts
• Mastercam experience preferred
CNC Programmer & Setup Day-to-Day Responsibilities
• Operate CNC machines safely to produce high-quality parts meeting production targets
• Program parts using existing CAD models and save files according to company procedures
• Design and create work holding fixtures and detailed work order instructions
• Set up tooling, work zeros, and fixtures for first piece part approval with quality control collaboration
• Mentor operators in proper machine operation and inspection documentation
• Report maintenance issues promptly to supervisors or maintenance team
• Document production and inspection data in the ERP system to maintain traceability and quality records
• Identify opportunities for process improvements contributing to quality management system effectiveness
• Follow safety, quality, and foreign object debris (FOD) programs at all times
• Maintain calibrated measuring tools and ensure only calibrated equipment is used
• Keep a clean, organized work area and demonstrate punctuality and a positive attitude
• Work collaboratively within a team environment adhering to company policies and procedures
This role offers the chance to contribute to a culture that prioritizes quality, safety, and continuous improvement while working with state-of-the-art CNC technology.
JOB ID: 182403
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Jesse Slupianek
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