Northeast Tool & Mfg
Aerospace 5‑Axis CNC Mill Setup Technician
Northeast Tool & Mfg, Matthews, North Carolina, United States, 28104
Job Description
Job Description Aerospace 5‑Axis CNC Mill Setup TechnicianBuild a career where precision is the culture At Northeast Tool & Manufacturing in Matthews, NC (just outside Charlotte), we’re an award‑winning, employee‑centric team. We invest in your growth with structured roles, development plans, and benefits in the top 15% nationwide. When our people grow, we grow. Why join us
Competitive pay with a clear progression path Relocation assistance for top talent 9 paid holidays (including your birthday) 4% 401(k) match through Fidelity (Roth and Traditional) Medical, dental, vision, life insurance Dedicated Northeast Tool Nurse & Pharmacist on staff Family, team‑focused environment with meaningful work The role at a glance
Setup and run simultaneous 5‑axis CNC mills (DMG MORI with Siemens 840D) to produce complex aerospace components to tight tolerances using blueprints and models. Interpret/adjust G‑code; follow Engineering’s control and manufacturing plans for repeatable results. Set speeds/feeds; align fixtures and tooling; perform 3D quickset and probing; verify on‑screen values against print sheets. Execute first‑article inspections, document critical dimensions, and meet Quality inspection requirements. Maintain 5S and total preventive maintenance standards; keep the area clean and audit‑ready. Load/unload materials; calculate complex angles/features; use precision digital metrology. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications
5+ years precision CNC milling with complex parts; multi‑axis required, simultaneous 5‑axis strongly preferred; DMG MORI experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to hold ~0.0002"–0.0005" tolerances (and tighter as needed). Blueprint literacy and skill with digital measuring instruments. Siemens 840D experience strongly preferred. Shop math and GD&T familiarity; basic computer skills. High School Diploma/GED. Preferred
Associate’s degree or two years of equivalent higher education; or equivalent experience. Precision machine shop background with CNC mills/lathes. AS9100 work environment experience (strongly preferred). Track record meeting customer surface finish requirements. Compensation
Pay is commensurate with experience and tied to our job progression/job hierarchy. Starting pay range: $28–$36 per hour, dependent on experience. Early‑career pathway (apply even if you’re close) We also hire CNC Operators for 2nd and 3rd shift (with shift differentials). Operator pay follows a separate scale, starting at $20/hour base and increasing as skills advance toward machinist levels. It’s a strong gateway to a machinist role. Core proficiencies
GD&T CNC Tooling Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) OSHA 10‑Hour Certification (OSHA 10) High School / GED Excellent Communication Skills Experience in a Manufacturing Environment AS9100 Experience Blueprint Reading Equipment & tech you’ll work with
CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC) (DMG Mori Seiki) CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Haas) CNC Lathe (5+ axis) (Okuma, DMG Mori Seiki) Calipers and Micrometers Horizontal Machining Center (3–4 axis) Horizontal Machining Center (5+ axis) Forklifts Location perks Our Matthews, NC site is minutes from Charlotte and within a weekend’s reach of beaches and mountains—great living, great machining. Ready to work where craftsmanship is celebrated? Apply today.
Job Description Aerospace 5‑Axis CNC Mill Setup TechnicianBuild a career where precision is the culture At Northeast Tool & Manufacturing in Matthews, NC (just outside Charlotte), we’re an award‑winning, employee‑centric team. We invest in your growth with structured roles, development plans, and benefits in the top 15% nationwide. When our people grow, we grow. Why join us
Competitive pay with a clear progression path Relocation assistance for top talent 9 paid holidays (including your birthday) 4% 401(k) match through Fidelity (Roth and Traditional) Medical, dental, vision, life insurance Dedicated Northeast Tool Nurse & Pharmacist on staff Family, team‑focused environment with meaningful work The role at a glance
Setup and run simultaneous 5‑axis CNC mills (DMG MORI with Siemens 840D) to produce complex aerospace components to tight tolerances using blueprints and models. Interpret/adjust G‑code; follow Engineering’s control and manufacturing plans for repeatable results. Set speeds/feeds; align fixtures and tooling; perform 3D quickset and probing; verify on‑screen values against print sheets. Execute first‑article inspections, document critical dimensions, and meet Quality inspection requirements. Maintain 5S and total preventive maintenance standards; keep the area clean and audit‑ready. Load/unload materials; calculate complex angles/features; use precision digital metrology. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum qualifications
5+ years precision CNC milling with complex parts; multi‑axis required, simultaneous 5‑axis strongly preferred; DMG MORI experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to hold ~0.0002"–0.0005" tolerances (and tighter as needed). Blueprint literacy and skill with digital measuring instruments. Siemens 840D experience strongly preferred. Shop math and GD&T familiarity; basic computer skills. High School Diploma/GED. Preferred
Associate’s degree or two years of equivalent higher education; or equivalent experience. Precision machine shop background with CNC mills/lathes. AS9100 work environment experience (strongly preferred). Track record meeting customer surface finish requirements. Compensation
Pay is commensurate with experience and tied to our job progression/job hierarchy. Starting pay range: $28–$36 per hour, dependent on experience. Early‑career pathway (apply even if you’re close) We also hire CNC Operators for 2nd and 3rd shift (with shift differentials). Operator pay follows a separate scale, starting at $20/hour base and increasing as skills advance toward machinist levels. It’s a strong gateway to a machinist role. Core proficiencies
GD&T CNC Tooling Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) OSHA 10‑Hour Certification (OSHA 10) High School / GED Excellent Communication Skills Experience in a Manufacturing Environment AS9100 Experience Blueprint Reading Equipment & tech you’ll work with
CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC) (DMG Mori Seiki) CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Haas) CNC Lathe (5+ axis) (Okuma, DMG Mori Seiki) Calipers and Micrometers Horizontal Machining Center (3–4 axis) Horizontal Machining Center (5+ axis) Forklifts Location perks Our Matthews, NC site is minutes from Charlotte and within a weekend’s reach of beaches and mountains—great living, great machining. Ready to work where craftsmanship is celebrated? Apply today.