CNC Programmer
$62,400–$62,400 year
On-siteNorth, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Create, modify, and maintain CNC programs while developing machining strategies to optimize cycle time, quality, and tool life. Establish setup sheets, tooling lists, and process documentation, then verify program accuracy through simulation and first-run validation. Serve as the process owner for assigned machines or product families, leading initiatives to reduce setup time, scrap, and costs. Provide technical leadership by training Operators, Technicians, and Setup Leads on machining theory, troubleshooting, and best practices. Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and support new product introductions.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 7 years of CNC machining experience
- Minimum of 3 years of CNC programming experience
- Demonstrated expertise in CNC programming and process development
- Advanced blueprint reading and interpretation skills
- Advanced understanding of GD&T
- Strong understanding of tooling, fixturing, workholding, and machining principles
- Ability to independently troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues
- Proven leadership, communication, and mentoring skills
- Physical and Work Environment Requirements: stand, walk, sit, squat or bend, kneel and rise, lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to — and occasionally exceeding — 50 pounds
- Physical and Work Environment Requirements: view a computer or other digital screen, work on a computer, workstation or comparable system, and make accurate entries in such systems
- Physical and Work Environment Requirements: Manual dexterity and fine motor skills
- Physical and Work Environment Requirements: Work may take place in areas with varying temperatures or no climate control, varying noise levels, and production equipment in motion
- Physical and Work Environment Requirements: Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas at all times as required by company policy
- Physical and Work Environment Requirements: Employer may require a physical assessment of the candidate's ability to perform these tasks as a condition of an offer letter
Desired Qualifications
- Technical degree or certification in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience with CAD/CAM software
- Multi-axis machining experience
- Experience supporting multiple product lines and machine platforms
- Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Advanced machining strategy development
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Process development and optimization
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Advanced GD&T interpretation and application
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Tooling and fixture design concepts
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Root cause analysis and problem solving
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Manufacturing process validation
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Cost and efficiency improvement
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Technical training and employee development
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Project management and process ownership
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong written and verbal communication skills
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