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