CNC Cell Lead: Precision Milling & G-Code Optimization

Software Placement Group, SPG; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Comprehensive benefits package

1st shift schedule

Job summary

Software Placement Group, SPG is seeking a CNC Cell Lead to manage complete, independent setups on large milling centers. You will interpret complex engineering prints, apply GD&T standards, and drive precision work with high-strength steels in a high-autonomy environment.

You’ll mentor junior operators, collaborate with design and welding teams, and optimize programs by editing G&M codes directly at the controller to improve throughput and part quality.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical diploma or associate degree in CNC machining or machine tool technology.
• Experience executing independent setups on large milling centers.
• Proficiency with controller-level G&M code editing and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Execute complete, independent setups on large CNC milling centers.
• Edit G&M codes and optimize program paths at the controller.
• Interpret engineering prints and apply GD&T standards.

Skills

G&M code editing

GD&T

Independent setups

Problem-solving

Tool wear evaluation

Education

2-Year Technical Diploma or Associate Degree in CNC Machining

Tools

Mastercam / offline verification software

Job description

Software Placement Group, SPG is seeking a CNC Cell Lead to manage complete, independent setups on large milling centers. You will interpret complex engineering prints, apply GD&T standards, and drive precision work with high-strength steels in a high-autonomy environment.

You’ll mentor junior operators, collaborate with design and welding teams, and optimize programs by editing G&M codes directly at the controller to improve throughput and part quality.