Job Information
Aerotek Set Up Technician in New Haven, Indiana
Job Title: Set Up Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Set Up Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will initially train on the 1st shift for 4-6 weeks before transitioning to the 2nd shift. This role involves hands-on training with CNC machinery, including set ups and changeovers on CNC mills and lathes. The technician will troubleshoot issues on Haas Mills and other CNC equipment, ensuring smooth operations and updating machinery as needed.
Responsibilities
Perform set ups and changeovers on CNC lathes and mills.
Operate CNC machinery and troubleshoot issues as the first line of defense.
Learn and operate various types of CNC machinery within the facility.
Conduct run-offs to ensure machinery is functioning correctly.
Utilize hand and power tools for maintenance and setup tasks.
Read and interpret blueprints and part prints for accurate setup and operation.
Assist operators with machinery issues and ensure adherence to tolerances.
Essential Skills
Experience with CNC lathe setup, specifically turret lathes.
Proficiency in CNC changeover and tooling change out.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and programs.
Experience with calipers, mics, and gages.
Ability to change speeds and feeds while maintaining tolerances.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in medical device manufacturing.
Familiarity with injection molders, CNC machinery, drills, or presses.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through tinkering or disassembly.
Why Work Here?
Join a supportive union environment where employees enjoy excellent benefits upon hire, experience long job tenure, and receive competitive pay. Work in a relaxed atmosphere with a focus on continuous improvement and development.
Work Environment
This medium-sized manufacturing company specializes in automotive and agriculture parts, with 50-60 employees on site. The facility is clean and continuously upgrading. The role requires training on the 1st shift, then transitioning to the 2nd shift from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM, Monday - Friday . Attendance is crucial, and the dress code includes jeans, a shirt, closed-toe shoes, and necessary protective gear. Employees are allowed one earbud while working, provided they can hear others and machinery.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Haven, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $26.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in New Haven,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.