CNC Setup Technician - 2nd Shift

Emerson•Elyria, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Setup Technician is responsible for setting up and adjusting machine tools on CNC equipment. This includes basic part inspection using hard gauges and measurement tools, routine 6S, part quality inspection using a CMM, changing broken/worn tools, performing minor preventive maintenance, following setup instructions to switch between jobs, interpreting CMM reports, making CNC program offsets for shift/drift or tool length/wear compensation, and making CNC program changes. This position requires a highly motivated individual who can serve as the supervisor's right-hand partner on the shop floor while providing leadership, supporting production flow, and driving accountability within the department. The successful candidate will set the standard for attendance, safety, quality, and work ethic while helping remove production barriers, improve communication, support employee development, and promote a culture of ownership and continuous improvement. This role requires flexibility and a team-first mindset. While the position includes setup, coordination, and leadership responsibilities, the candidate is expected to seamlessly transition into an operator role whenever those duties are not required. The successful candidate will lead by example, remain actively engaged in daily production, and contribute wherever needed to support the team, meet customer demands, and ensure departmental success. Candidate will perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Must adhere to expectations of a job setter
Minimum of 3 years of hands-on CNC setup experience
Ability to obtain and maintain certification to operate powered industrial equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks)
Proven shop math skills and computer literate
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T
Experience using precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, CMM reports)
Ability to change tools, touch off tools, and home out the machine to ensure accurate setup
Strong troubleshooting skills with a focus on resolving operator issues quickly and effectively
Excellent communication skills to provide training and clear instructions to operators
Actively progressing in qualifications through hands-on experience, mentorship, and formal training—demonstrates initiative in mastering advanced tasks and responsibilities
Legal Authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Nice To Haves

Understanding the importance and interdependence of internal customer relationships
Taking time to ask questions and define the problem
Making learning a priority and a goal
Converting ideas into actions and producing results with new initiatives
Thinking about multiple ways to get the same outcome
Staying aligned with goals and staying productive

Responsibilities

Setting up and adjusting machine tools on CNC equipment
Basic part inspection using hard gauges and measurement tools
Routine 6S
Part quality inspection using a CMM
Changing broken/worn tools
Performing minor preventive maintenance
Following setup instructions to switch between jobs
Interpreting CMM reports
Making CNC program offsets for shift/drift or tool length/wear compensation
Making CNC program changes
Providing leadership, supporting production flow, and driving accountability within the department
Setting the standard for attendance, safety, quality, and work ethic
Helping remove production barriers, improve communication, support employee development, and promote a culture of ownership and continuous improvement
Seamlessly transitioning into an operator role whenever setup duties are not required
Leading by example, remaining actively engaged in daily production, and contributing wherever needed to support the team, meet customer demands, and ensure departmental success
Performing all other duties as assigned