CNC Caster Machining Setup Operator, 1st Shift

About the job:  Hiring an experienced CNC Machining Setup Operator, 1st shift for a        full-time, direct-hire position at a precision manufacturing facility in the Saginaw area. The role focuses on the custom machining of heavy-duty industrial components, including casters, wheels, and material handling gear rather than high-volume assembly lines. The operator is responsible for executing precise drilling, boring, and turning setups from technical drawings and blueprints.

What you’ll do:

• Setup & Operation: Completes comprehensive machine setups on multi-axis CNC mills and lathes dedicated to custom component casting and machining.
• Boring & Turning: Executes precise tolerances on heavy cylindrical parts, wheel configurations, and industrial caster mounts.
• Blueprint Reading: Interprets and works directly from detailed engineering blueprints, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and shop travelers.
• Quality Inspection: Utilizes precision tools (micrometers, calipers, bore gauges) to perform first-piece and in-process visual and dimensional inspections.
• Tooling & Offsets: Selects appropriate tooling inserts, makes necessary G-code program edits at the controller, and manages tool wear offsets.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience:a minimum of 5+ years of combined formal training and experience (or an equivalent mix of education and experience) in custom precision production.
• Technical Skills: Proficient with G-code manipulation, calculating speeds and feeds for cast iron or structural steel, and reading multi-view blueprints.
• Autonomy: Strong ability to complete first-piece verification independently and troubleshoot tool wear without constant supervision.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to safely lift heavy components, stand for extended periods, and handle industrial equipment safely.

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly wages depending on experience
• Shift and overtime flexibility: 4/10’s, 5/8’s, 5/10’s etc.
• Full company benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short/Long-Term Disability.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match program.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays.

*Must be authorized to work in the United States without restriction

Email me your resume confidentially: dawn.ziviello@gogpac.com                                    Or call/text me: 814-217-8588.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.