CNC Set Up Operator - 1st Shift
Content + Source + Freshness • 17 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Presents solid compensation and skill-building opportunities in CNC setup operations, targeted towards proficient candidates but with clear experience requirements.
- Strong pay potential with bonuses
- Opportunities for development in a reputable firm
- Steady role within a growing industry
Pros
- Sign-on bonuses available for experienced setups
- Career advancement potential with a robust company
- Stable industry presence with growing demand for CNC professionals
Cons
- Requires prior experience that may limit candidate pool
- Physical intensity of machining tasks
- Potential overtime or scheduling challenges
Who it's for
Entry to Mid Level • On-site
Good fit
- Experienced CNC setup professionals
- Motivated candidates eager to grow within manufacturing
- Team-oriented workers within industrial settings
Not recommended for
- Individuals without prior CNC experience
- Candidates needing flexible or remote work
- People averse to physical and technical labor
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Description
SIGN ON BONUS
1st Shift: 3+ Years Experience - $1500
2nd Shift: 0-3 Years Experience - $1000
2nd Shift: 3+ Years Experience - $2000
G.S. Precision manufactures critical components for the Aerospace and Defense industries. With 700 employees across four integrated locations totaling 230,000 sq. ft., we draw on 60+ years of experience and cutting-edge technology to deliver consistent, high-quality results.
Our Mission & Values: To provide a proud, caring, and safe environment that allows our team to thrive in delivering value to our customers. We encourage creative thinking and problem solving. We grow our company through open communication, strong leadership, and continuous improvement that benefits our customers, employees, their families, and our communities.
Our Vision: To be the most trusted global partner in precision manufacturing and assembly of highly engineered mission critical products, recognized for our commitment to innovation, quality, and ability to enable our customers success.
Generate Sustained Profitability
We offer a competitive benefits package, which includes but not limited to:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Care Coverage
- Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability
- 401 (k) Matching Retirement Plan
- Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Dependent Care Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Educational Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Safety Shoe Allowance
- Prescription Safety Glasses Program
- Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd Shifts
- Bereavement Leave
Schedule Options:
Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
Monday - Thursday 5:00am - 3:30pm
GSP has openings for a Set Up Operator in Swiss, Turning & Milling
Job Objective:
Sets-up and operates all types of machines under the direction of the Supervisor, Lead Person and/or Group Leader.
Essential Job Functions:
- Sets-up and operates machines in area assigned, performing duties with little or no supervision.
- Obtains prints, tools, collets, wheels, gaging and fixtures as required, changes and replaces tools as required to assure parts are produced in accordance with tolerances and specifications as called for on blue print.
- Reads and understands work instructions, GD&T and blueprints.
- Assures compliance with job specifications by inspecting parts as produced using micrometers, verniers, gages and/or other measuring equipment.
- Diagnoses and corrects machining programs. Reports any problems, difficulties immediately to lead/supervisor.
- Maintains area, equipment and tools in neat, orderly condition. Performs basic machine maintenance such as removing chips, adding coolant, etc.
- Maintains records or other data as required
- Assists in training other operators.
- Ability to operate support equipment as necessary for department.
- Responsible for production quantity, quality and good machining practices.
- Observes all company policies, rules and regulations including attendance, adhering to specified break schedule, good housekeeping, safety and security.
- Ability to operate multiple machines simultaneously.
- Performs other duties as required, assigned or directed.
Requirements
Job Specifications:
- High School Diploma or GED and 2-4 years’ experience.
- Ability to use all required measurement and inspection equipment.
- Ability to make major adjustments/offsets including positional moves.
- Ability to change and re-sharpen tools as necessary.
- Ability to assemble and disassemble production tooling and machinery.
- Strong communication skills.
- Basic understanding of company-wide manufacturing processes.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others and share necessary information.
We are looking for people who are highly motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be a professional with strong work ethic and comfortable working as part of a team that includes all levels of the organization.
Come join our team!
G.S. Precision is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and to be in compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.
