# CNC Setup Machinist

> Laborup · New Haven, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-07

**Salary:** USD 62,400–72,800

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking an experienced **CNC Lathe Setup Machinist** to join a high-precision manufacturing operation supporting the **aerospace, defense, and semiconductor industries**.

This position will focus on setting up and machining **complex, tight-tolerance turned components** in a highly technical, high-mix manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has a strong CNC turning background, can independently perform setups, and is comfortable troubleshooting and making adjustments at the machine.

**2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, 2:30 PM–1:00 AM**

-   Four 10-hour shifts
-   Fridays off
-   Overtime opportunities available
-   **Pay: $35/hr**

**What You'll Do:**

-   Perform complete setups on **CNC lathes/turning centers** for complex precision components.
-   Set tooling, workholding, offsets, work coordinates, and cutting parameters.
-   Set up and operate machines with **live tooling, C-Axis, Y-Axis, and sub-spindle capabilities** where applicable.
-   Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensions, and tolerances.
-   Prove out jobs and make necessary adjustments at the machine.
-   Troubleshoot tooling, workholding, dimensional, and machining issues.
-   Make G-code, tool, and offset adjustments as necessary.
-   Perform in-process inspection using micrometers, indicators, bore gauges, height gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
-   Maintain tight tolerances and ensure parts meet customer and engineering requirements.
-   Work closely with CNC programmers, engineering, and quality to improve turning processes.
-   Support both new and established jobs in a high-mix precision manufacturing environment.

## Requirements

-   CNC lathe/turning setup experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
-   Strong experience independently setting up and running CNC lathes.
-   Experience with **multi-axis turning, live tooling, C/Y-axis, and/or sub-spindle machines** strongly preferred.
-   Strong blueprint reading, GD&T, and dimensional inspection skills.
-   Experience machining complex, tight-tolerance components.
-   Working knowledge of G-code and CNC program adjustments.
-   Experience with **Nakamura-Tome, Hardinge, or similar CNC turning equipment** is a plus.
-   Mastercam experience is a plus.
-   Aerospace, defense, semiconductor, medical, or other high-precision machining experience strongly preferred.

## Benefits

-   **90% of employee medical premiums covered**
-   **100% of eligible deductibles covered**
-   Company-paid **dental and vision**
-   Company-paid **short-term and long-term disability**
-   Company-paid **life insurance**

## Apply

[Apply at Laborup](https://apply.workable.com/laborup/j/41CF412F2B/apply)

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