Gang Tool Setup Technician

KADON PRECISION MACHINING, LLC Rockford, Illinois, United States Skilled Labor

About this position

Description:

  

We are seeking a skilled Gang Tooling Setup Technician to support our CNC lathe operations. This role is responsible for setting up, maintaining, and optimizing gang tooling configurations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production.

The ideal candidate has strong hands-on machining experience, understands tooling layouts and offsets, and takes pride in precision work. This position plays a key role in minimizing downtime, improving cycle times, and supporting consistent part quality.


What You’ll Do

  • Set up and adjust gang tooling systems on CNC lathe machines
  • Install, align, and indicate tooling to meet print and process requirements
  • Set tool offsets and verify tooling clearances
  • Support machine setups and job changeovers
  • Troubleshoot tooling, alignment, and clearance issues
  • Perform first-piece verification and support part approval
  • Maintain tooling condition and identify replacement or repair needs
  • Follow  job travelers, work instructions, and quality requirements
  • Support continuous improvement efforts related to tooling, cycle time, and scrap reduction
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
Requirements:
  • Experience with CNC lathe gang tooling setups
  • Strong understanding of tooling, offsets, and fixturing principles
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
  • Experience indicating tooling and verifying alignment
  • Familiarity with CNC controls and basic G & M code understanding to program 
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Commitment to quality, safety, and efficiency
  • Prior CNC machining experience preferred

Why Join Us

  • Stable, growing manufacturing environment
  • Clean, organized shop
  • Opportunity to influence tooling efficiency and process improvement
  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off


Salary Information

$26.00 - $34.00 Hourly Wage