CNC Programmer - 5-Axis Mastercam Expert

itec group Inc.; Kitchener, Cambridge, Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

itec group Inc. is seeking a CNC Programmer to join a well-established manufacturing organization in Canada, focusing on 5-axis milling and CNC lathe work. You will develop and optimize Mastercam programs and support machinists to ensure quality production.

The role requires interpreting engineering drawings, selecting tooling, setting up machines, and troubleshooting to improve cycles and tool life. This position offers hands-on collaboration with engineering and quality teams and opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Programmer in a precision machining environment.
• Strong proficiency with Mastercam for CNC programming.
• Hands-on Machining experience and ability to program CNC lathes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T and machining specs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam for 5-axis milling machines and CNC lathes.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, blueprints and technical specifications to develop efficient machining strategies.
• Program complex components while ensuring dimensional accuracy, quality standards and production requirements.
• Perform tooling selection, preparation and setup for CNC machines and production operators.
• Set up cutting tools, holders, fixtures and workholding equipment to support efficient machining operations.
• Provide hands-on technical support to machine operators, including tooling adjustments, setup instructions and program troubleshooting.
• Optimize machining processes, tool paths, cutting speeds and feeds to improve cycle times, tool life and overall productivity.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and make program adjustments to maintain quality and minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with machinists, operators, quality personnel and engineering teams to resolve production challenges.
• Verify first-off components and ensure finished parts meet engineering specifications and quality requirements.
• Maintain accurate CNC programs, setup sheets, tooling documentation and other relevant production records.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in machining processes, tooling strategies and manufacturing efficiency.

Skills

Mastercam

CNC programming

5-axis milling

Tooling setup

Troubleshooting

Engineering drawings interpretation

Tools

CNC lathes

5-axis milling machines

Job description

itec group Inc. is seeking a CNC Programmer to join a well-established manufacturing organization in Canada, focusing on 5-axis milling and CNC lathe work. You will develop and optimize Mastercam programs and support machinists to ensure quality production.

The role requires interpreting engineering drawings, selecting tooling, setting up machines, and troubleshooting to improve cycles and tool life. This position offers hands-on collaboration with engineering and quality teams and opportunities