CNC Programmer

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior CNC Programmer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving CNC programs and machining-related routing operations to support safe, predictable, and cost-effective production.

This role supports vertical machining centers, horizontal machining centers, and CNC lathes. The position plays a key role in maintaining accurate cycle times, routing integrity, and process consistency within JD Edwards.

This is a hands-on programming position in a high-mix, low- to medium-volume machining environment.

KEY POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

CNC Programming

· Develop and maintain CNC programs using Edgecam.

· Program 4-axis CNC lathes, vertical mills, and horizontal machining centers.

· Lead first-piece prove-outs and validate setup and cycle times.

· Optimize feeds, speeds, and tooling strategies.

· Support machinists during setup and troubleshoot machining issues.

· Maintain consistent, repeatable machining processes.

Routing & ERP Accuracy

· Update, create, and maintain machining-related routers in JD Edwards, including:

o Operation sequencing

o Work center assignments

o Setup and cycle time standards

o Machining notes

· Ensure routing accuracy supports scheduling and capacity planning.

· Update machining instructions through the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process when required.

Process Improvement

· Improve cycle time consistency.

· Reduce scrap and rework through programming discipline.

· Standardize machining practices across similar part families.

· Support continued development of ill-only routing strategies.

· Identify opportunities to improve unattended mill operation where feasible.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC programming experience in a production manufacturing environment.
• Strong Edgecam programming experience preferred or other experience using Fusion, GibbsCam or MasterCam.
• Experience programming:
• • 4-axis CNC lathes
  • Vertical machining centers
  • Horizontal machining centers
• Experience working with CNC controls (Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Mori Seiki type controls).
• Experience maintaining machining routers within JD Edwards or a similar ERP system.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) interpretation skills.
• Prior hands-on machinist experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in oil & gas, compressor, or heavy industrial components.
• Experience improving setup time and cycle time consistency.
• Experience supporting routing standardization initiatives.

EDUCATION:

Associate’s degree in manufacturing or related field or equivalent related work experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or up to 5 pounds constantly to move objects.