Setup CNC Machinist

Setup CNC Machinist

Join a growing precision manufacturing team where your setup skills have a direct impact on production, quality, and continuous improvement. We are seeking an experienced Setup CNC Machinist who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and keeping production running efficiently.

What You'll Do

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC machining centers to maximize machine utilization.

• Read blueprints and use precision measuring equipment to produce high-quality parts.

• Identify and resolve machining, tooling, and quality issues while minimizing downtime.

• Maintain tooling, fixtures, and machine setups to support efficient production.

• Collaborate with engineers, programmers, quality, and production teams to improve manufacturing processes.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and help implement standardized, repeatable processes.

• Train and mentor machine operators on setup changes, best practices, and production improvements.

• Complete production documentation and maintain a safe, organized work area.

What We're Looking For

• Two or more years of CNC setup experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Technical training in CNC machining or equivalent hands-on experience.

• Ability to read blueprints and understand machining specifications.

• Experience using precision measuring equipment and inspection tools.

• Knowledge of cutting tools, tool holders, fixtures, offsets, and machine adjustments.

• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.

• Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Experience with GD&T is a plus.

Why You'll Enjoy This Opportunity

• Stable, full-time position.

• Modern manufacturing environment.

• Opportunity to make an impact through process improvements.

• Work alongside experienced engineers, programmers, and manufacturing professionals.

• Competitive pay and benefits based on experience.

If you enjoy setting up CNC equipment, solving manufacturing challenges, and helping improve production performance, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today to learn more about this opportunity.

Please submit a resume for consideration. Only those qualified applicants that provide a resume will be contacted. If you would like to learn more about Manufacturing, Production, or Operations opportunities, contact David McKnight with gpac at 608-514-9815.  Resumes can be confidentially sent to david.mcknight@gogpac.com

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.