CNC Vertical Milling Setup Technician, Multi-Machine Operations

Ready to own the setup?

Can you read a print, choose the right tooling, upload a program, and turn out a perfect first piece—then keep two VMCs producing while you prep the next job? If that sounds like your rhythm, you’ll feel at home here.

What you’ll tackle

• Set up and run CNC vertical milling centers to meet job specs and quality targets
• Install tooling and fixtures; upload/verify programs
• Read and interpret engineering drawings
• Perform first-article and in-process checks with micrometers, calipers, and gauges
• Tweak offsets, make minor adjustments, and troubleshoot light issues
• Operate up to two machines at a time; complete 1–5 setups per shift depending on demand
• Thrive in a fast-paced, team-first environment

Bring this experience

• CNC setup experience on vertical milling centers
• Blueprint literacy
• Quality inspection skills with micrometers, calipers, and gauges
• Comfort with Fanuc controls

Stand out with

• Haas VMC setup/operation experience
• On-control program editing
• G-code and M-code knowledge
• Exposure to 5-axis CNC equipment

Equipment you’ll touch

• Haas VF-2, VF-5
• DMG Mori CMX 1100
• DMG Mori NVX 5100, 7000
• Okuma mills and lathes

Proficiencies we value

• CNC tooling know-how
• G-code and M-code fundamentals
• Setup and changeover efficiency
• Repeatable production-run setups

Shop tech and tools

• CNC mill (3–4 axis VMC): Haas, Doosan, Fanuc
• Multimeter
• CNC lathe (2–4 axis): Haas, Doosan
• Vertical lathe