XLI Manufacturing

CNC Vertical Setup Operator

Rochester, NY, USAPosted Jul 1, 2026

Requirements at a glance

CNC Vertical Setup Operator at XLI Manufacturing is a role based in Rochester, NY, USA. The posting asks for 2+ years of experience and a high school diploma or GED. It does not mention visa sponsorship. Applications are submitted through Paylocity.

Experience
2+ years
Education
High school diploma or GED (mentioned)
Visa sponsorship
Not mentioned in the posting
Application platform
Paylocity

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Description

CNC Vertical Setup

XLI Manufacturing is one of Rochester’s leading contract manufacturers. Our capabilities include a wide range of manufacturing (sheet metal, machining, turning and electro-mechanical assembly). Our new state-of-the-art facility allows us to provide our employees with an up-to-date, clean work environment and modern equipment.


Choose XLI. Let’s Build Your Success Story:

  • Development Opportunities – We will connect you with opportunities to advance.
  • Dedicated Support – We will support you every step of the way
  • Career Advancement – As we build your work experience and develop your skills, we will help you turn that hard work into your next great opportunity.

How this job will fit your life:

  • Hours – 1st shift 10-hour days
  • Days – 4 Day work week (Three Day Weekend!)
  • Pay – Depending on Experience

What you can expect each day:

  • Coordinate the setup operations with the CNC Manager to ensure that the jobs are efficiently set up and operating
  • Determine the sequence of shaping operations and chooses the tools needed
  • Follow instructions on travelers and specifications
  • Troubleshoot and correct problems with programs and/or machine setups
  • Use lean and Six Sigma to optimize, improve productivity and reduce waste/improve yields
  • Participate in corrective and preventive actions

*The marginal functions of this position have not been included. Employee is required to perform any work-related duty assigned by management*

What the position requires:

  • Must be able to read and understand job orders, drawings/blueprints and other data and perform all the necessary calculations
  • Experience with Fanuc controls, Haas
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Able to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Capable of meeting assigned deadlines
  • Working knowledge of MRP processing
  • Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings
  • Understand standard operating procedures to modify, store, maintain and transfer programs to maintain inventory of completed programs
  • Ability to train others in machine operation

Education & Experience:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum 5 years machining experience
  • At least 2 years Setup experience

Relatable skills to this position: machine operator, blueprint reading, CNC

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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