Job Description
Davalyn Corporation has been retained to identify a skilled CNC Setup Technician for one of our long-standing clients—a well-established and growing precision manufacturing company located in Northern New Jersey . This is a full-time, permanent position with comprehensive corporate benefits and opportunities for advancement within a highly skilled team environment.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced CNC Setup Technician with 5–10 years of hands-on CNC programming and setup experience in precision machining environments. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of CNC lathe and milling operations, and be highly skilled in setting up CNC machine tools , specifically Mori Seiki or Star Swiss-type machines . Experience with Mastercam or similar CAD/CAM software is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate CNC machine tools , including Swiss-type lathes , CNC mills , and multi-axis machining centers
- Program and optimize G-code/M-code for efficient CNC machining operations
- Interpret complex engineering drawings , blueprints , and GD&T specifications
- Conduct tooling setup , changeovers, and machine offsets to ensure accuracy
- Maintain tight tolerances and perform first article inspections on high-precision parts
- Troubleshoot setup issues and recommend process improvements to reduce cycle time and scrap
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams on new jobs and prototype machining
- Support both short-run and production machining in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Maintain work area cleanliness and comply with all safety and quality standards
Qualifications:
- 5–10 years of experience in CNC setup , programming , and operation
- Hands-on experience with Mori Seiki , Star , or similar machine tool brands
- Strong knowledge of CNC turning , milling , and Swiss-type machining
- Proficiency with Mastercam or equivalent CAM software
- Familiarity with ISO-certified manufacturing environments is a plus
- Ability to work from complex prints and specifications using precision measuring instruments
- Strong understanding of tooling , workholding , and machining best practices
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary range of $52,000 – $77,000 , based on experience
- Full benefits package including health, dental, 401(k), and paid time off
- The company offers a stock equity program
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing, team-focused machine shop
Why Join?
Join a company investing in the latest machine tool technologies and building a world-class machining department . Be part of a team where your CNC experience will directly contribute to quality, performance, and customer satisfaction.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time,