Cnc Programmer

About the role

We are seeking a skilled CNC Programmer in Streator, IL to take full ownership of offline programming for a modern machining environment. In this role, you will develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for mills and lathes, with a strong focus on efficiency, accuracy, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and maintain offline CNC programs for 3-axis mills and Haas lathes with live tooling using G & M code and programming software such as Mastercam.
• Program bar feeders and related automation to support efficient, continuous production.
• Translate engineering drawings, models, and process requirements into effective CNC programs that meet quality and productivity targets.
• Optimize tool paths, cutting parameters, and setups to reduce cycle times, improve tool life, and enhance overall machining efficiency.
• Collaborate with CNC operators on the shop floor to support new part introductions, troubleshoot issues, and make program tweaks directly at the machines when needed.
• Work as the primary owner of all offline CNC programming activities, ensuring programs are organized, documented, and updated as processes evolve.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineering to identify and implement process improvements and more efficient machining strategies.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving machining and programming problems, serving as a key problem solver for complex parts and operations.
• Provide guidance and, where possible, training to CNC operators to help them better understand programs, setups, and best practices.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and consistency in all programming and machining activities.

Requirements

• Proven experience in CNC programming, with a strong focus on offline programming for mills and lathes.
• Hands-on experience programming 3-axis mills and Haas lathes with live tooling.
• Proficiency in G & M code programming for CNC machines.
• Experience using Mastercam or similar CAD/CAM software for offline CNC programming.
• Experience with bar feeders and related automation.
• Strong understanding of CNC setups, including tooling, workholding, and machine offsets.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining and programming issues and implement effective solutions.
• A strong problem-solving mindset and a continuous improvement approach to machining processes.
• Effective communication skills to work with operators, engineers, and other team members on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Experience training or mentoring CNC operators on programming concepts, setups, or best practices.
• Experience as a CNC machinist with programming responsibilities.
• Ability to collaborate with manufacturing engineering to drive process improvements and efficiency gains.
• Comfort working as the primary or sole CNC programmer responsible for offline programming in a production environment.

Skills

• Proven experience in CNC programming, with a strong focus on offline programming for mills and lathes.
• Hands-on experience programming 3-axis mills and Haas lathes with live tooling.
• Proficiency in G & M code programming for CNC machines.
• Experience using Mastercam or similar CAD/CAM software for offline CNC programming.
• Experience with bar feeders and related automation.
• Strong understanding of CNC setups, including tooling, workholding, and machine offsets.
• Ability to develop and optimize CNC programs for bar feeders and related automation.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and a continuous improvement approach to machining processes.
• Effective communication skills to work with operators, engineers, and other team members on the shop floor.

Benefits

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Schedule

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Streator, IL.