CNC Set-Up Technician III

Dynamic Manufacturing•Hillside, IL

About The Position

Dynamic Manufacturing is hiring a hands-on CNC Set-Up Technician/Operator to support day-to-day production at one of its remanufacturing facilities. The role requires experienced manufacturing technical skills, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to set up and operate CNC and other machine tools while meeting quality and safety requirements. Deep hole drilling experience is preferred. The technician will machine and inspect parts, troubleshoot equipment, support continuous improvement, and work with engineering, supervisors, manufacturing personnel, and cutting-tool suppliers. The job also includes keeping work areas organized, assisting the team leader, recording daily production, identifying non-conforming products, and safely loading and unloading machines. Other reasonably related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

At least 3 years of machining and/or manufacturing experience.
Basic blueprint-reading ability.
Programming skills; experience should extend beyond basic machine-shop coursework.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn quickly.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 30 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for 8 hours or more.
Willingness and ability to work overtime as required and any shift as necessary.
Ability to communicate and understand work instructions in English, both verbally and in writing.
Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and self-motivation.
Ability to follow instructions and take notes for personal growth.

Nice To Haves

Deep hole drilling experience.
Willingness to enroll in a technical or trade school to build on basic CNC skills.

Responsibilities

Select appropriate tools, machines, and materials to prepare for machining work.
Set up, adjust, and operate basic and specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
Align and secure fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines.
Calculate dimensions and tolerances using mathematics and precision instruments.
Machine parts to specifications using tools such as lathes and milling machines.
Measure, examine, and test completed units to identify defects and verify conformance to specifications.
Monitor machine feed and speed during machining.
Review sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine fabrication methods, operation sequences, dimensions, and tolerances.
Observe and listen to machines to diagnose malfunctions and determine whether adjustments or repairs are needed.
Check that work pieces are properly lubricated and cooled; position and fasten work pieces.
Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.
Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment.
Advise clients about materials used for finished products.
Exchange technical information with engineering, supervisory, and manufacturing personnel.
Work with Engineering and cutting-tool suppliers to improve tool life.
Design and create basic fixtures and tooling.
Recognize problems with machine operation and report or address them appropriately.
Operate one or more CNC machines daily while maintaining quality and safety requirements.
Keep work areas neat, clean, and organized; assist the team leader.
Record daily production and identify and isolate non-conforming product.
Load and unload machines safely.
Follow instructions on assigned projects and take notes to support personal development.
Pursue continuous improvement through self-education and company-sponsored training.