CNC Programmer

The Role

You're not looking for another "post and go" production programming job. You want to own the path from print to prove-out on complex, tight-tolerance parts and grow into the go-to CNC programming brain on the floor.

What You'll Actually Do

• Program advanced parts in TopSolid for 3-, 4-, and entry-level simultaneous 5-axis work.
• Support mill-turn / turn-mill platforms with live tooling and secondary spindle operations.
• Choose tooling, speeds/feeds, and strategies—with guidance when needed and autonomy as you grow.
• Verify programs in simulation, then be there for prove-outs on the machines.
• Take parts from print review through first article, working side-by-side with machinists.
• Troubleshoot chatter, tool wear, finish problems, and dimensional drift—then bake the fixes into the program.
• Turn "we've always done it this way" into clean setup sheets, tool lists, and repeatable processes.
• Build reusable programming methods and templates that make future work easier and safer.

Who This Is For

You'll fit this role if you:

• Have 3-6 years of CNC programming or advanced setup experience in precision machining.
• Know your way around an advanced CAM system (TopSolid is ideal, but cross-training is available).
• Have at least some exposure to 4-axis or 5-axis indexed machining and machine prove-outs.
• Read engineering drawings and apply basic GD&T in real life—not just theory.
• Are hungry to get deeper into 5-axis, mill-turn, and complex work instead of repeating the same easy parts forever.
• Like being on the shop floor, not hiding in an office.
• Have mill-turn or live-tool lathe experience, aerospace/tight-tolerance work, and a genuine curiosity about how to cut smarter, not just harder.

Why It's Worth Your Time

• Base pay roughly in the $75,000-$95,000 range, depending on what you bring.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Hire-on bonus and 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Tuition assistance, employee assistance program, and gain sharing bonuses.
• Weekly paychecks, a 10% second-shift differential if applicable, and little perks like quarterly food/treats.

How To Raise Your Hand

When you apply, include:

• A quick snapshot of your CNC programming/setup experience (years, types of machines, CAM used).
• Examples of the most complex parts or processes you've programmed or supported.
• Your exposure to 4/5-axis, mill-turn, or aerospace/tight-tolerance work.

Contact

Contact David McKnight with gpac at 608-514-9815. Resumes can be confidentially sent to david.mcknight@gogpac.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.