Lead CNC Setup Specialist – Multi-Axis HMC/VMC (Early-Out Fridays)
Lead CNC Setup Specialist – Multi-Axis HMC/VMC (Early-Out Fridays)
$27.00 - $40.00/Hour • Green Bay, WI Area • Early-Out Fridays • Direct-Hire
- COMPENSATION: $27.00 - $40.00/Hour Starting Baseline (scaling directly with setup & G-code optimization depth) + Premium Overtime + 5-Year Deferred Loyalty Bonus
- SCHEDULE: 1st Shift | Mon–Thu (6:00 AM – 3:30 PM) & Fridays (6:00 AM – 10:00 AM) for a built-in early weekend jumpstart!
- EXPERIENCE: 3+ years of independent CNC machine setup, tool path optimization, and controller-level G-code editing
- MACHINERY DEPTH: Expert operation and setup of Horizontal & Vertical Machining Centers (HMC/VMC) and multi-axis turning centers (Mori Seiki, Doosan, Fanuc controls)
- FACILITY & TECH: State-of-the-art, 100% climate-controlled facility with modern machine fleet (average equipment age under 3.5 years) and lights-out automation
- REQUIREMENTS: US Citizen or Green Card holder required (ITAR defense contract compliance); local proximity to the Greater Green Bay, WI area
If you thrive on technical variety, shop floor autonomy, and advanced technology rather than running mindless, high-volume production, this direct-hire seat is built for you. The employer is a rapidly expanding, high-precision aerospace and defense manufacturer operating a clean, modern facility just outside Green Bay, WI.
In this senior setup role, you will own complex machine setups from start to finish, troubleshoot challenging part geometries, edit G-code at the controller, and collaborate directly with design engineers on Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews. The company respects its machining staff as true technical professionals—offering an early 10:00 AM exit every Friday, direct investment through a unique 5-Year Deferred Loyalty Bonus, and an environment where high craftsmanship is celebrated.
What You Will Be Doing (Daily Responsibilities)
- Perform complex, independent machine setups, fixture alignments, and zero-point adjustments on CNC HMC/VMC mills and multi-axis turning centers.
- Edit G-code and macro variables directly at the controller, optimizing tool paths and machine cycles for intricate aerospace and defense components.
- Conduct rigorous first-article inspections using micrometers, digital calipers, bore gauges, and optical comparators to verify tight-tolerance features.
- Optimize cell throughput across active machine stations to maximize workflow efficiency and minimize cycle times.
- Mentor and train junior operators, troubleshooting floor setups and helping upskill production team members.
- Collaborate with engineering teams on tool path optimizations, lean manufacturing initiatives, and DFM reviews for new product introductions.
What We Are Looking For (Requirements & Qualifications)
- 3+ years of independent CNC setup experience on HMC/VMC mills or multi-axis lathes, including direct experience editing G-code at the controller.
- Precision Manufacturing Background: Proven track record in high-tolerance environments (Aerospace, Defense, or Medical Device preferred).
- Equipment & Controls Depth: Hands-on experience with high-spec CNC fleets and controls (e.g., Mori Seiki, Doosan, Fanuc).
- Advanced Tooling Literacy: Strong understanding of material speeds and feeds, insert selection, tool wear analysis, and rigid workholding applications.
- Diagnostic Intuition: Ability to quickly isolate tool deflection, surface finish defects, or machine alignment errors on active runs.
- Employment Reliability: A solid, stable employment record showing steady tenure and technical growth with prior employers.
- Local Proximity: Residing within a dependable daily driving radius of the Greater Green Bay, WI area.