CNC Turning Setup & Toolpath Technician

CNC Turning Setup & Toolpath Technician CAD Engineering Resources - 2.7 Fort Wayne, IN Job Details Temp-to-hire | Contract Up to $27 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Machine setup Equipment setup (production tasks) Defect resolution root cause analysis Defect analysis Machining tool setup Industrial equipment troubleshooting High school diploma or GED Dimensional measurements Precision measurement in machining CNC G-code Programming Failure analysis Production troubleshooting Full Job Description CNC Turning Setup & Toolpath Technician — Fort Wayne, IN Contract through 2026 with potential contract-to-hire.

Pay:

up to $27.00/hour (based on proven work history).

Schedule:

Third shift, 11:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m., with approximately 3 weeks of required training on first shift. A day in this role After completing first-shift training, you transition to nights where you keep a high-volume turning cell running at peak performance. You validate programs and toolpaths, set up CNC lathes, and fine-tune robot and gantry pickup points so parts flow without interruption. When a loader hesitates or a dimension drifts, you diagnose the root cause, make precise adjustments, and document changes—without venturing into advanced electrical maintenance. Your precision tools—micrometers, calipers, bore gages, and indicators—are always within reach. What you'll work on Troubleshoot CNC machines and update toolpaths for turning operations in a high-volume production environment Complete set ups and perform production machine changeovers on CNC lathes Teach robot and gantry pickup points; work with Nachi robot controls Replace indicators/trucks during production changes Resolve loading device issues and minor machine problems via structured root-cause methods Apply knowledge of Hard Turning, Green Turning, Milling, Broaching, and Part Finishing Leverage a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and detailed lathe tooling/programming

Note:

You are not expected to perform advanced electrical maintenance What you bring 2-5 years of CNC lathe setup experience in a manufacturing setting Ability to interpret and work with G- and M-codes Hands-on experience with CNC lathe setups and rapid changeovers Proven troubleshooting using root cause analysis in daily production Proficiency with precision measurement tools: micrometers, calipers, bore gages, and indicators High School Diploma or GED Compensation & terms Up to $27.00 per hour, commensurate with proven work history Contract role through 2026 with potential to convert to hire Third shift (11:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m.); approximately 3 weeks of first-shift training Compliance A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team. How to stand out If you enjoy optimizing toolpaths, guiding robots, and keeping a high-volume turning line on beat, you'll thrive here. Accuracy in your application matters—please ensure your experience and credentials are complete and truthful.