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5 Axis Setup & Tooling Operator

Cox Machine, Inc.
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 10/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/10/2026
This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more

information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13685749

The 5-Axis Setup & Tooling Operator to support multiple CNC machining

cells equipped primarily with Haas UMC-750 5-axis machining centers.

This position serves as the technical leader on the production floor for

assigned machining cells, ensuring machines remain productive, tooling

remains optimized, and production operators have the support needed to

meet quality and throughput goals. The ideal candidate is an experienced

CNC machinist who excels at machine setups, tooling management,

troubleshooting, and process optimization. While Parts Loader Operators

will be responsible for loading/unloading production parts and

maintaining machine operation, the 5-Axis Setup & Tooling Operator will

be responsible for the more advanced machining functions required to

keep production running efficiently. This role is critical to minimizing

downtime, maintaining quality standards, and maximizing spin

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## Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • \

## Job Experience

  • 3 years of CNC machining experience.
  • 2 years of setup experienceonCNC machining centers.
  • Experience with 5-axis machining processes.
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## Responsibilities

**CNC Setup & Production Support**

  • Perform complete setups on Haas UMC-750 and other 5-axis CNC

machining centers.

  • Install and qualify fixtures,work holding, cutting tools,

probes, and associated tooling.

  • Load and verify programs, setup sheets, tool offsets, and work

offsets.

  • Perform first-piece inspections and production approvals.
  • Support multiple machining cells and prioritize work to maximize

machine uptime.

  • Maintain andoperate5 axis machines and deburr parts asrequired.

**Tooling Management**

  • Monitor tooling life and proactively replace worn or damaged

tools.

  • Adjust andmaintaintool length and diameter offsets.
  • Troubleshoot tool breakage, excessive wear, poor surface finish,

and dimensional issues.

  • Coordinate tooling inventory requirements with production

andpurchasingteams.

  • Recommend improvements to tooling strategies and cutting

parameters.

**Troubleshooting & Process Improvement**

  • Respond to machine stoppages and production issues.
  • Diagnose and resolve machining, tooling, fixture, and

process-related problems.

  • Optimizecycle times whilemaintainingproduct quality and process

stability.

  • Assistinvalidatingnew fixtures, tooling, and production

processes.

  • Work with Manufacturing Engineering to improve CNC processes and

overall equipment effectiveness.

**Support Production Operators**

  • Provide technical guidance and training to Parts Loader

Operators.

  • Ensure operators understand work instructions, inspection

Requirements, And Basic Machine Functions.

  • Support operators inmaintainingcontinuous machine operation.
  • Act as the primary escalation point for machining-related issues

on assigned cells.

**Quality & Safety**

  • Ensure all parts meet blueprint specifications, GD&T

requirements, and customer quality standards.

  • Utilize precision measuring equipment including calipers,

micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, and other inspection

tools.

  • Maintain compliance with all safety procedures and manufacturing

standards.

  • Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing

initiatives.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
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## Skills

  • Strong understanding of tooling, cutting parameters, work

holding, and setup practices.

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints,

and GD&T.

  • Experience using precision measuring instruments.
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced

manufacturing environment.

  • Strong understanding of CNC machining fundamentals.Ability to

independently perform complex setups.

  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Working knowledge of feeds, speeds, tool geometry, and machining

strategies.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Effective communication and leadership skills.
  • Ability to mentor and support less experienced operators.
  • Self-motivated witha strong senseof ownership and

accountability.

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Rule, requires health plans to create a member-facing price comparison

tool and post publicly available machine-readable files. These files

must be updated monthly and include in-network negotiated payment rates

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