Multi-Axis CNC Setter / Operator – Engineering & MRO

About Us: Magma Group is a fast-growing industrial materials company building scalable businesses across recycling, engineering, and advanced materials. Headquartered in Ahmedabad, Magma serves 250+ manufacturers — from SMEs to large enterprises — with a strong focus on efficiency, reliability, and long-term value creation.
Magma Engineering & MRO is our newest vertical, built to act as an extended in-house engineering arm for factories. We deliver end-to-end solutions across precision engineering, machining, fabrication, and maintenance — from design to final delivery. Backed by a robust ecosystem of in-house capabilities and captive control over advanced machining and fabrication facilities, we operate across CNC, VMC, deep-hole drilling, honing, turn-milling, heavy fabrication, and precision inspection systems.
Position Overview: We are looking for a skilled Multi-Axis CNC Setter / Operator with hands-on experience in setting up and operating advanced 5-axis, multi-axis, and mill-turn CNC machines, including machines with up to 7-axis capability. The candidate will be responsible for machine setup, tool setting, program loading, first-piece inspection, and production monitoring to ensure dimensional accuracy, consistent quality, and efficient machine utilization.
Key Responsibilities
Set up and operate advanced 5-axis, multi-axis, and mill-turn CNC machines, including machines with up to 7-axis capability, as per production requirements.
Perform machine setup activities, including fixture installation, workholding arrangement, tool mounting, tool setting, and offset adjustments.
Load, verify, and execute CNC programs developed by the CAD/CAM programming team.
Conduct machine probing, tool measurement, workpiece alignment, and coordinate setting to ensure accurate machining.
Support program prove-out, trial runs, and first-piece machining in coordination with the CAD/CAM Programmer and Senior Manager.
Verify the first piece against engineering drawings and specified dimensional tolerances before proceeding with batch production.
Monitor machining operations, cutting conditions, tool wear, and machine performance to maintain consistent output quality.
Carry out in-process inspection using appropriate measuring instruments and ensure dimensional conformity.
Identify and report machining deviations, tool failures, vibration, surface finish issues, and other process abnormalities.
Coordinate with CAD/CAM programmers, quality engineers, and production teams to resolve setup and machining-related issues.
Maintain setup sheets, tool lists, offset records, inspection reports, and other relevant production documentation.
Perform basic troubleshooting of machine, tooling, and process-related issues and escalate complex problems to the concerned team.
Follow approved work instructions, safety procedures, quality standards, and preventive maintenance practices.
Contribute to reducing setup time, improving tool life, minimizing rejections, and enhancing overall machine productivity.
Required Skills & Technical Expertise
Hands-on experience in setting and operating 5-axis and multi-axis CNC machines, with exposure to 7-axis and mill-turn machines.
Strong knowledge of CNC machine setup, fixture installation, workholding, tool setting, and tool/work offsets.
Practical experience with probing systems, workpiece alignment, tool measurement, and coordinate setting.
Familiarity with CNC controllers such as FANUC, Siemens, Heidenhain, Mazatrol, Haas, or Mitsubishi.
Ability to load, verify, and execute CNC programs and understand basic program logic.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, machining instructions, tolerances, and basic GD&T.
Knowledge of precision measuring instruments such as vernier calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and dial indicators.
Understanding of cutting tools, machining parameters, tool wear, surface finish, and dimensional inspection.
Ability to identify machining issues and perform basic machine and process troubleshooting.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and commitment to quality and workplace safety.
Educational Qualifications & preferred candidate role:
ITI, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Relevant hands-on experience in multi-axis CNC machine setting and operation will be given significant consideration.
5–10 years of experience in CNC machine setup and operation, preferably in precision engineering or complex component manufacturing.
Practical exposure to simultaneous 5-axis machining, multi-axis setups, and mill-turn operations.
Experience working with complex components requiring high dimensional accuracy and tight tolerances.
Ability to independently carry out machine setup and first-piece validation while coordinating with programming, quality, and production teams.
A safety-conscious, quality-focused, and disciplined approach to machine operation and process control.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Magma is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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