What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Set Up Specialist position at Brunner and Lay?
CNC Setup Specialist
Brunner & Lay is seeking experienced CNC Setup Specialists to support our manufacturing operations in Springdale, Arkansas. This position is responsible for setting up CNC equipment, troubleshooting machining issues, and preparing machines for efficient production.
The ideal candidate has hands-on CNC setup experience, strong mechanical ability, and the ability to read engineering drawings and make machine adjustments to produce parts within specification.
Responsibilities
- Set up CNC machines for production according to job specifications, drawings, and work instructions.
- Install and align tooling, fixtures, workholding devices, and related machine components.
- Load or verify programs and make necessary adjustments to offsets, tooling, speeds, feeds, and machine parameters.
- Perform setup verification and trial runs before releasing equipment for production.
- Use precision measuring equipment to confirm parts meet dimensional requirements.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, tolerances, and manufacturing specifications.
- Diagnose and correct setup, tooling, and machining issues.
- Work with machinists, operators, engineering, and quality personnel to resolve production problems.
- Identify opportunities to improve machine setup time, tooling performance, part quality, and production efficiency.
- Maintain accurate setup information, tooling records, and process documentation.
- Follow established safety, quality, and production procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous hands-on experience setting up CNC machines in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to independently perform CNC machine setups and adjustments.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
- Experience using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, or similar equipment.
- Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
- Working knowledge of CNC tooling, fixtures, workholding, offsets, and machine operation.
- Basic understanding of CNC programs and G-code.
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical certificate or associate degree in machining, manufacturing technology, engineering technology, or a related field.
- Experience with Fanuc, Haas, Siemens, or similar CNC control systems.
- Experience making CNC program edits at the machine.
- Experience with CAD/CAM software.
- Experience in a metalworking or high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma experience.
What We Are Looking For
Successful candidates should be able to:
- Work independently through machine setups and routine troubleshooting.
- Recognize machining or tooling problems and determine appropriate adjustments.
- Maintain accuracy while working in a production environment.
- Communicate effectively with operators, machinists, engineering, and quality personnel.
- Balance quality, machine efficiency, and production requirements.
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25