Job Description
Job DescriptionTitle: Manufacturing Engineer (MasterCAM Programmer)Location: Wood Dale, ILHire Type: Direct-HireShift/Hours: 1st ShiftBase Salary: $70k-$85kBenefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k.About the Opportunity:As a CNC Programmer in a precision manufacturing environment, you can expect to program and set up CNC machines (mills, lathes, multi-axis) using CAM software, interpret blueprints, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances. The role typically involves hands-on work, collaboration with engineering, and contributing to custom, small-to-medium batch production. It’s a good fit for someone experienced in both programming and machining who enjoys problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Job Duties:
- Creates CNC programs for Mills and lathes
- Create a setup for CNC Mills and lathes and operate it when necessary
- Design and program sheet metal components for CNC punch, Laser, and Waterjet.
- Standardize tooling for the machine shop
- Standardize feed and speed for various machines in the machine shop
- Work with production and maintain CNC program database
- Design tools and fixtures for various manufacturing departments
Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of CNC programming skills using the MasterCAM
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Solid Works, is a plus
- In-depth knowledge of Haas CNC milling, Lathes, manufacturing processes, and practices
- Minimum two years of related experience preferred
- Must be a hands-on person
- Ability to work under pressure in challenging projects
- Knowledge of sheet metal component designs and fabrication preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Problem-solving ability and project management skills
- Ability to maintain multiple projects at one time
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.