Northeast Tool & Manufacturing · 1 day ago
Precision CNC Setup Technologist — 5‑Axis Development Track
Matthews, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$28/hr - $36/hr
3+ years expNortheast Tool & Manufacturing is an award-winning aerospace team seeking a Precision CNC Setup Technologist for their 5-Axis Development Track. The role involves setting up and operating CNC equipment to produce aerospace-grade parts while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
IndustrialManufacturingMechanical EngineeringWholesale
Responsibilities
Set up and operate CNC equipment to produce aerospace‑grade parts
Run 3‑ to 5‑axis DMG Mori mills (Siemens 840D) or multi‑axis lathes with live tooling, sub‑spindles, and C/Y axis
Execute first‑piece inspections; uphold 5S and safety standards
Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to maintain consistency
Qualification
Required
3+ years setting up CNC mills or lathes
Comfortable reading blueprints, applying GD&T, and measuring down to ±0.0002"–0.0005"
Can navigate G‑code or conversational programs, align fixtures, and verify dimensions
Familiar with Siemens, Fanuc, or OSP
Hold a high school diploma or GED
Preferred
5‑axis or multi‑axis experience (DMG Mori, Grob, Okuma, Makino)
AS9100 or aerospace shop background
High‑temp alloys experience (Inconel, Monel)
NIMS or GD&T certs, Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt+
Benefits
Top 15% benefits nationwide
401(k) with 4% match (Roth & Traditional)
9 paid holidays (including your birthday)
Education assistance, training and development, and relocation support
Company
Northeast Tool & Manufacturing
Northeast Tool & Manufacturing is a preferred supplier of precision machined parts and complex assemblies for the Aerospace, Defense, & Space industries.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Larry R. Arant
CEO
Aaron Arant
Chief Operating Officer
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