Gang Tool Setup Technician at KADON PRECISION MACHINING, LLC – Rockford, Illinois

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

• 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