Job Title: CNC Mill Setup Technician – FANUC ROBODRILL
Location: Northbrook, IL
Dutation: Full Time
Client Notes:
Salary Range: $20-$29/hr
Expected Start Date: Immediately
Non Locals: Welcome to apply however we do not provide relocation assistance
Skills: Must have set up skills and 3+ years of set up experience, experience with plastics is a plus
Industry
Plastics Manufacturing
About the job
If you believe your skills and experience warrant compensation above our posted range, we still encourage you to apply. Please complete the technical questionnaire below and tell us why you believe you should be considered at a higher rate. Exceptional candidates will be reviewed individually.
About The Role
Client is seeking an experienced 2nd Shift CNC Mill Setup Technician to set up and operate FANUC ROBODRILL CNC machining centers. The ideal candidate has experience with precision milling, independently performing setups, making offsets, verifying first articles, and troubleshooting machining issues while maintaining tight tolerances.
Responsibilities
Set up and operate FANUC ROBODRILL CNC machining centers.
Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
Install tooling and establish work and tool offsets.
Set up vises, fixtures, and workholding.
Verify first article inspections and make necessary offset adjustments.
Monitor tool wear and replace tooling as needed.
Inspect parts using precision measuring instruments.
Maintain quality and production standards while following all safety procedures.
Qualifications
3+ years of CNC mill setup experience.
Experience setting up and operating FANUC ROBODRILL or similar FANUC-controlled CNC machining centers.
Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
Experience with precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, indicators, and height gauges.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain tight tolerances in a production environment.
If you believe your experience justifies pay above the posted $20–$29/hour range, please answer the following questions: **
Setup Planning
Before beginning a FANUC ROBODRILL setup, what information do you verify from the blueprint, setup sheet, program, tooling list, material, and workholding?
Setup & Offsets
Describe how you establish and verify work offsets, tool offsets, and ensure the vise or fixture is properly indicated before running the first part.
First Article & Troubleshooting
If your first article inspection fails, how do you determine whether the issue is caused by the setup, tooling, program, workholding, machine, or measurement process?
Tooling & Quality
What signs tell you a cutting tool is dull, chipped, deflecting, rubbing, or incorrect for the material? How do you correct these issues?
ROBODRILL Experience
Describe your experience with FANUC ROBODRILL or similar FANUC-controlled CNC mills. Include:
Years of setup experience
Types of materials machined
Typical tolerances held
Experience with tool offsets, work offsets, and first article inspections
You Should Be Proficient In
CNC Tooling
G-Code
M-Code
CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
Machine Setups for Production Runs
Machines & Technologies You'll Use
CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Fanuc)
CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Fanuc)
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
