CNC Manufacturing Engineer Technician

Gleason Corporation; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gleason Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to bridge shop-floor production with digital automation. You will refine machining processes, generate G-Code programs, and support workholding design using Creo.

The role emphasizes hands-on CNC programming, fixture design, data tracking of cycle times and downtime, and participation in lean initiatives to improve efficiency. Responsibilities include programming for multi-axis machines, selecting tooling and fixtures,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on CNC setup, operation, and programming.
• Associate degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field preferred; high school diploma acceptable with experience.
• Familiar with CAM software and CAD modeling; GD&T understanding.

Responsibilities

• Write and optimize multi-axis CNC programs for mills, lathes, and grinders.
• Select tooling, workholding, speeds, and feeds.
• Perform digital simulations and dry runs to prevent crashes.
• Create process routings and support quotes with margins.
• Communicate with manufacturing and sales to ensure quality.
• Track cycle times, scrap, and downtime for continuous improvement.

Skills

CAM software

CAD modeling

GD&T

CNC setup

Education

Associate degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related

High school diploma or GED required

Tools

Creo NC

Fusion 360

Esprit

Job description

Gleason Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to bridge shop-floor production with digital automation. You will refine machining processes, generate G-Code programs, and support workholding design using Creo.

The role emphasizes hands-on CNC programming, fixture design, data tracking of cycle times and downtime, and participation in lean initiatives to improve efficiency. Responsibilities include programming for multi-axis machines, selecting tooling and fixtures,