1st Shift

Pro Products LLC; Green Bay (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee referral program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Pro Products LLC in Green Bay, Wisconsin, seeks a skilled 1st Shift CNC Setup Programmer to prepare, program and adjust CNC equipment for precision machining. This role collaborates with machinists and quality personnel to maintain efficient production and high-quality parts.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, set up tooling, verify part dimensions, and troubleshoot issues to ensure consistent part quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints and machining specifications.
• Basic knowledge of CNC setup, programming and machining processes.
• Familiarity with cutting tools, fixtures and precision measuring equipment.
• Understanding of tolerances and GD&T principles.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and program CNC machines for production.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and job specifications.
• Select and install tooling, fixtures and workholding equipment.
• Adjust programs, offsets and machine settings as needed.
• Perform basic inspections to verify part dimensions and quality.
• Troubleshoot setup, tooling and machining issues.
• Work with machinists, supervisors and quality personnel to resolve production concerns.
• Maintain accurate setup and production documentation.
• Keep the work area clean, organized and safe.
• Follow established safety, quality and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC setup

Programming basics

Machining processes

Measurement tools

GD&T understanding

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or machining education preferred

Experience in CNC or precision machining preferred

Job description

Pro Products LLC is a precision CNC machining and manufacturing company serving customers across a range of high-spec industries. We are seeking a 1st Shift CNC Setup Programmer to support CNC production at our Green Bay facility. This position is responsible for preparing, programming and adjusting CNC equipment for efficient production of precision-machined components. The CNC Setup Programmer will work with tooling, machine settings, blueprints and inspection equipment while coordinating with machinists, supervisors and quality personnel. This role helps maintain reliable production, accurate machining and consistent part quality.

• Set up and program CNC machines for production.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and job specifications.
• Select and install appropriate tooling, fixtures and workholding equipment.
• Adjust programs, offsets and machine settings as needed.
• Perform basic inspections to verify part dimensions and quality.
• Troubleshoot setup, tooling and machining issues.
• Work with machinists, supervisors and quality personnel to resolve production concerns.
• Maintain accurate setup and production documentation.
• Keep the work area clean, organized and safe.
• Follow established safety, quality and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training or machining education preferred.
• Previous CNC machining, setup or programming experience preferred.
• Experience in a precision manufacturing environment is beneficial.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training and hands‑on experience may be considered.

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and machining specifications.
• Basic knowledge of CNC setup, programming and machining processes.
• Familiarity with cutting tools, fixtures and precision measuring equipment.
• Understanding of dimensional tolerances and basic GD&T principles.Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a manufacturing team.
• Strong communication, organization and time‑management skills.
• Dependable and committed to quality workmanship.

Pro Products LLC offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees at work and beyond. Eligible employees may receive:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Relocation assistance

Specific compensation, shift premiums, eligibility requirements and available benefits may vary by position and will be discussed during the hiring process.

Physical Demands

This position requires working in and around a precision CNC manufacturing environment. Job duties may involve extended periods of standing and walking along with bending, reaching and repetitive hand movements while setting up equipment, handling tooling and completing machining‑related tasks.

The employee must be able to safely lift, move, carry or position parts, fixtures, tooling and related materials as required for the position. The role also requires the manual dexterity, coordination and visual acuity necessary to operate CNC equipment, handle precision tools, read engineering drawings and inspect machined components.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

This position works primarily in a CNC machining and manufacturing environment. The CNC Setup Programmer will regularly interact with CNC equipment, tooling, fixtures, machined components, inspection equipment and other manufacturing personnel.

Employees are expected to follow all established safety procedures, maintain an orderly work area and use appropriate personal protective equipment when required.

We’re Hiring a 1st Shift CNC Setup Programmer in Green Bay, Wisconsin

Pro Products LLC is looking for a skilled and detail‑oriented 1st Shift CNC Setup Programmer to join our Green Bay manufacturing team. This position plays an important role in preparing CNC equipment for production and helping maintain efficient, accurate machining processes.

If you have experience with CNC setup, programming, blueprint reading or precision machining and are looking to advance your career in Green Bay manufacturing, we encourage you to apply. You’ll work alongside machinists, quality personnel and other manufacturing professionals to help produce consistent, high-quality CNC‑machined components.