Advanced CAM Programmer — Toolpaths & Process Optimization

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.); Town of Mayville (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.) in Wisconsin seeks an experienced CNC programmer to develop and optimize machine programs from engineering drawings, set up tooling, and improve efficiency on multiple milling and turning centers.

You will train operators, maintain detailed production records, and collaborate with engineers to implement design changes, ensuring quality and on-time delivery across diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of machining processes, materials, and tooling.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and models.
• Knowledge of CNC machine operations, including setup and troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and cross-functional teamwork.
• Attention to detail and quality-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and codes operations, tooling identification, indexing sequences, speeds, and feeds.
• Develops efficient tool paths for various machining operations.
• Creates, modifies, and optimizes manufacturing programs using CAM software to manufacture parts according to drawings and specs.
• Verifies programs are correct and efficient with operator assistance.
• Trains machine operators and junior programmers on programs.
• Organizes and maintains detailed records.
• Modifies and adjusts programs per engineering changes.
• Analyzes and resolves programming issues during machining to ensure quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machining processes

Reading drawings

CNC operations

Problem solving

Communication

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.) in Wisconsin seeks an experienced CNC programmer to develop and optimize machine programs from engineering drawings, set up tooling, and improve efficiency on multiple milling and turning centers.

You will train operators, maintain detailed production records, and collaborate with engineers to implement design changes, ensuring quality and on-time delivery across diverse projects.