Five or more years of progressive CNC machining and setup experience, or equivalent demonstrated technical expertise.
Advanced experience independently setting up CNC milling machines or manufacturing cells.
Experience working with 3-, 4-, or 5-axis machining equipment.
Proficiency with CNC controls such as Fanuc, Heidenhain, or HAAS.
Strong knowledge of tooling, fixturing, workholding, offsets, probes, and tool setters.
The ability to read and interpret blueprints, setup sheets, specifications, and technical documentation.
Working knowledge of G-code, M-code, machine-side program edits, and subroutines.
The ability to troubleshoot complex machining and setup problems with minimal supervision.
Experience verifying tight tolerances using precision measurement and inspection equipment.
A high school diploma or equivalent