CNC Set Up Lathe​/Milling

Position: CNC Set Up Lathe / Milling
At a Glance

Company:  B & R Machine, Inc.

Location:

Ludlow, MA (On-Site)

Job Type:  Full-Time

Pay Range:  Competitive, based on experience

Experience Level:  Mid-Level to Senior (3+ years manufacturing experience)

Machine Types:  CNC Mills (3-Axis, 4-Axis, 5-Axis), CNC Lathes

Controls:  Fanuc

Industry:  Aerospace, Defense, Medical, Industrial Manufacturing

Work Authorization:  U.S. Person likely required (ITAR environment)

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- Why This Role Exists

B & R Machine is seeking a highly capable CNC Setup Machinist / Shop Lead to support daily production, ensure machine readiness, and guide machine operators on the shop floor. This role bridges hands-on machining expertise with floor leadership, helping maintain quality, productivity, and operational efficiency across a large fleet of CNC equipment.

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- What You’ll Do

Set up CNC mills and lathes using existing and new programs

Change tooling, adjust offsets, and perform program edits as needed

Support the Manufacturing Supervisor in daily production activities

Help oversee machine operators and shop floor performance

Assist in training new operators

Design and fabricate fixtures to support efficient machining

Interpret customer drawings and determine machining strategies

Troubleshoot machining issues and production problems

Perform occasional machine repair and maintenance tasks

Verify part quality and repeatability using precision measuring tools

Evaluate cutting conditions and material behavior

Maintain dimensional accuracy and process stability

Communicate with Quality, Engineering, and other departments

Coordinate with shipping/receiving regarding material status

Follow AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality procedures and documentation

Provide technical guidance across departments

Perform additional duties as assigned

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- What You’ll Need to Succeed

Required Experience

3+ years of manufacturing or CNC machining experience

Strong setup experience on CNC mills and lathes

Ability to troubleshoot machining processes independently

Knowledge of GD&T principles and practices

Experience supervising or guiding operators preferred

Strong decision-making and problem-solving ability

Excellent attention to detail

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- Technical Skills

Fanuc control experience

Experience with multi-axis milling (3-Axis, 4-Axis, 5-Axis)

CNC lathe setup experience

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Fixture design and fabrication experience preferred

Proficiency with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators, optical comparators)

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED required

Technical training in CNC machining or manufacturing preferred

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- About B & R Machine, Inc.

Founded in 1984, B & R Machine has grown into a major CNC manufacturing provider in Western Massachusetts. The company operates an extensive fleet of CNC milling and turning centers and serves demanding industries including aerospace, defense, medical, robotics, telecom, oil & gas, and commercial manufacturing.

B & R specializes in precision components made from advanced materials such as titanium, stainless steel, tool steels, aluminum alloys, and nickel-based high-temperature metals, supported by an AS9100-compliant quality system.

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- Work Environment & Culture

Modern CNC machining facility with extensive equipment

High-precision, high-mix production environment

Collaborative team across engineering, quality, and production

Opportunity to lead and influence shop floor operations

Stable manufacturing employer with decades of experience