Now Hiring: CNC Set Up Technician – 3rd Shift
Pay: $26.99 per hour (W-2)
Location: Fort Wayne, IN 46818 (Onsite)
Schedule: 3rd Shift | 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Training: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Regular Schedule: Sunday night–Thursday night
Hours: 40–56 hours per week, with potential weekend overtime
Employment Type: 5-Month Contract | Temp-to-Hire
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced CNC Set Up Technician to join our manufacturing team in Fort Wayne, IN. This position is responsible for setting up, adjusting, and troubleshooting CNC lathes in a high-volume production environment.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on CNC lathe setup experience, knowledge of G and M codes, and the ability to perform machine changeovers and resolve production issues.
Responsibilities
- Set up and perform changeovers on CNC lathes.
- Troubleshoot CNC machines, loading devices, and minor equipment issues.
- Adjust tooling and update machine tool paths as needed.
- Replace indicators and chucks during production changes.
- Identify and resolve production issues using troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
- Set up and adjust robot and gantry pickup points.
- Monitor machine performance to ensure smooth and efficient production.
- Support daily manufacturing operations and maintain quality standards.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 2–5 years of CNC lathe setup experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and interpret G and M codes.
- Hands-on experience with CNC machine setups and changeovers.
- Knowledge of lathe tooling and programming.
- Experience troubleshooting CNC machines and production issues.
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and indicators.
Preferred Experience
- Hard Turning and Green Turning.
- Milling, Broaching, and Part Finishing.
- Nachi robot controls.
- Robot and gantry setup and adjustments.
- General manufacturing process knowledge.
Important Schedule Information
- Initial training will be conducted on 1st shift (Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM).
- After training, you will transition to 3rd shift (Sunday night–Thursday night, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM).
- Overtime and weekend hours may be available or required.
Interested in taking the next step in your CNC machining career? Apply today!
