CNC Programmer / Senior CNC Programmer

About the role

EXALTA Group in Marquette, MI is hiring two CNC Programmers (all levels, Senior experience preferred) to support their growing medical device manufacturing operations — one focused on Milling platforms and one focused on Swiss Turning platforms. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, high-growth team where your technical expertise directly contributes to producing life-saving and life-improving medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, prove-out, and optimize CNC programs for Milling or Swiss Turn equipment
• Lead or support complex machine set-ups and first article runs
• Design and implement fixtures and tooling to support repeatable, high-quality production
• Drive process improvements to reduce scrap, improve cycle time, and increase predictability
• Support new product development and design transfer into manufacturing
• Perform capability studies and support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Troubleshoot machining and quality challenges using structured problem-solving
• Standardize programming practices and mentor operators and Set-Up Technicians
• Support implementation of tool monitoring, adaptive control, and automation technologies
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Operations

Requirements

• Required: CNC Machining Certificate, Associate’s degree, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Experience programming and setting up CNC equipment in a production environment
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills

Qualifications

• Preferred: 5+ years of CNC experience (8+ years for Senior-level consideration)
• Advanced experience with either Milling (3-, 4-, 5-axis) or Swiss Turn platforms
• Medical device manufacturing experience
• Experience supporting validated processes in a regulated environment
• CAM software proficiency and multi-axis machining expertise

Skills

• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Competitive and generous benefits, including a 6% 401(k) match
• Strong career growth opportunities as we continue to expand
• A collaborative environment where your ideas are valued
• A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Pay

Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM