CNC Mill Setup Operator

List Date: 12/01/2025

Location: St. Paul, MN

A Day in the Life:

• Set up CNC vertical, installing tools, fixtures, and workpieces per drawings
• Review setup sheets and consult with programmers to understand tool requirements and machining strategies
• Align workpieces using dial indicators or machine probes to ensure accuracy across all axes
• Load and secure material with vises, clamps, or lifting equipment depending on part size
• Adjust offsets, cutting depths, and feeds to achieve precision features within tight tolerances (.0002”)
• Read blueprints and die design prints to confirm specifications and tolerances, coordinating with toolmakers as needed
• Inspect parts using micrometers and calipers to ensure dimensional accuracy
• Perform in-process and final quality checks on machined parts
• Troubleshoot tool wear, misalignments, or machine issues to minimize downtime
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain machines to keep them running at peak performance
• Look for process improvements, stay current on machining techniques, and contribute to efficiency gains
• Maintain accurate documentation of setups, inspections, and maintenance activities
• Follow all safety protocols and compliance standards

You’re a Great Fit If You:

• Have strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on machining experience
• Know how to set up and run CNC milling machines and understand G-code/CAM software basics
• Can read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Are skilled with precision measurement tools to verify tolerances
• Are comfortable with geometry, trigonometry, and math applied to machining
• Pay close attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work
• Communicate effectively and collaborate well with team members
• Stay adaptable, open to learning, and eager to improve processes

Preferred Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or training preferred
• 2–5 years of CNC milling experience in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with designing, setting up, and qualifying fixtures for production machining

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move frequently throughout shifts
• Regularly lift and move up to 25 lbs; occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Strong vision, dexterity, and focus for detailed precision work
• Stamina to perform repetitive machining tasks and maintain concentration over long runs

Why Work With Us?

Be part of a team where precision and craftsmanship are valued every day. As a CNC Mill Setup Operator, you’ll play a vital role in producing the components that keep production running smoothly. You’ll gain exposure to complex machining projects, contribute to process improvements, and build your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Pay Rate: $23 – $30 per hour