CNC Lathe Programmer: Precision Machining & Innovation

The Pivot Group Careers; Spring Lake (MI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking skilled CNC Lathe Programmers for opportunities across Spring Lake, MI. Roles include writing and editing CNC lathe programs from drawings, setting up lathes with tooling, and collaborating with machinists and engineers to improve cycle times and yields.

We value candidates with hands-on machining experience, ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T callouts, and proficiency with CAM software. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with hands-on machining experience.
• Experience programming CNC lathes in a machine shop.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot program errors and machining problems during runs.
• Inspect first articles and in-process parts to confirm dimensions.
• Maintain program files and revision records for repeat jobs.
• Work with machinists and engineers to improve cycle times and yield.
• Follow safety rules and keep machines and work area clean.
• Write and edit CNC lathe programs from drawings and specifications.
• Set up lathes with tooling, fixtures, and offsets for each job.
• Prove out new programs and adjust speeds and feeds as needed.

Skills

CNC programming

G-code

CAM software

GD&T

reading drawings

machining experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Machining certificate or apprenticeship

Tools

Fanuc controls

Okuma controls

CAM software

Job description

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking skilled CNC Lathe Programmers for opportunities across Spring Lake, MI. Roles include writing and editing CNC lathe programs from drawings, setting up lathes with tooling, and collaborating with machinists and engineers to improve cycle times and yields.

We value candidates with hands-on machining experience, ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T callouts, and proficiency with CAM software. Visa sponsorship is not available.