Desired Job Title
CNC OperatorCNC Setup TechnicianCNC Machine Operator / Forklift OperatorWork Type
Full TimePart TimeGig WorkConsultingContract WorkSeasonal WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteLocation: Glendale, Arizona
Open to relocation: No
Open To Work
STANLEY WEST
Glendale
Work Preference
Summary
CNC machinist with extensive experience in setup and operation across various machining environments. Demonstrated capability in offset adjustments, tooling selection, and maintaining AS9100D compliance. Currently advancing programming and design skills in SolidWorks and Mastercam to optimize manufacturing processes and support high-quality production.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Operator
F&B MANUFACTURING
Phoenix
01.2026 - Current
- Setup and operation of Puma VT1100 and You Ji Vertical Turning Lathes with live tooling capability.
- Manufacture precision components supporting aerospace, defense, and semiconductor industries.
- Machine semiconductor production components for customers including LAM Research.
- Perform tooling setup, hand touch-offs, offset adjustments, and prove-out activities.
- Verify CNC programs and make edits to improve machining processes and reliability.
- Maintain AS9100D documentation, traceability, and quality requirements.
- Utilize FANUC controls and FANUC EZ Work software for machine operation and program management.
CNC Setup Technician
NORSK HYDRO
Phoenix
08.2024 - 01.2026
- Performed CNC setups, troubleshooting, and machine recoveries across multiple production cells.
- Setup and support of Haas, Chiron, DMG MORI, and Etxetar machining systems.
- Operated Etxetar Xflex Twin 2+2 and 3+3 automated machining cells in turnkey production environments.
- Supported multi-spindle machining operations producing automotive aluminum extrusions and structural components.
- Verified tool offsets, calibrated probing systems, and maintained tooling inventories.
- Supported prove-outs and process improvements in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Diagnosed alarms and restored equipment to production.
- Performed dimensional inspections and verified conformance to engineering drawings.
- Assisted operators and communicated setup requirements between shifts.
CNC Machine Operator / Forklift Operator
NORSK HYDRO
Phoenix
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Operated CNC machining centers producing automotive aluminum components.
- Conducted inspections, made offset adjustments, and executed tool changes to ensure precision in machining processes.
- Upheld production and quality standards to consistently meet manufacturing goals in a fast-paced environment.
- Executed safe operation of forklifts and material handling equipment to facilitate efficient workflow.
Education
Engineering Drawing & Machine Shop Program Recognition -
Austin High School
Decatur, Alabama06-2006
Skills
- CNC setup and prove-out
- CNC programming
- G-code verification
- Offset management
- Tooling selection
- Speeds and feeds
- First article inspection (FAI)
- Blueprint interpretation
- Dimensional verification
- Precision metrology equipment
- Fanuc controls
- Siemens Sinumerik
- Haas controls
- Mastercam setup
- SolidWorks design
- Process improvement
Timeline
CNC Operator
F&B MANUFACTURING
01.2026 - Current
CNC Setup Technician
NORSK HYDRO
08.2024 - 01.2026
CNC Machine Operator / Forklift Operator
NORSK HYDRO
10.2022 - 08.2024
Engineering Drawing & Machine Shop Program Recognition -
Austin High School
Technical Skills
CNC Setup & Prove-Out, Program Verification & G-Code Editing, Tool & Work Offset Management, Tooling Selection, Speeds & Feeds, Live Tooling Operations, Vertical Turning Lathes (VTL), First Article Inspection (FAI), Process Troubleshooting & Improvement, Blueprint Reading & GD&T, Precision Metrology Equipment, True Position Gauges, SPC & Dimensional Verification, AS9100D Compliance, Material Traceability, FANUC, FANUC EZ Work, Siemens Sinumerik, Haas Controls, SolidWorks – Assemblies & Drawings, Fusion 360 – Modeling, Assemblies & Sheet Metal, Mastercam – Toolpaths, Setup Sheets & Verification