CNC Manufacturing Process Programmer — Mill/Turn, GD&T Specialist

100Hires, Inc.; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

TekPro in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a CNC Manufacturing Process Programmer to join our precision shop. This full-time, direct-hire role focuses on creating and validating CNC programs for milling and turning, using CAD models and GD&T to craft precise toolpaths.

You will collaborate with machinists and engineers to standardize processes and drive improvements on the shop floor. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a stable, long-term career with growth potential in aerospace/defense

Qualifications

• 3+ years CNC programming in a machining environment.
• Ability to read GD&T and apply it to setups.
• Experience with milling and turning operations.
• Familiarity with CAM software workflows and toolpath optimization.
• Hands-on machining experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create, refine, and validate CNC programs for milling and turning.
• Use blueprints and CAD models to develop toolpaths.
• Select tooling, set speeds/feeds to balance throughput and quality.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production to improve processes.
• Lead continuous improvement to reduce cycle times.
• Troubleshoot programming and machining issues on the shop floor.

Skills

CNC programming

Milling

Turning

Multi-axis machining

GD&T interpretation

CAM software proficiency

Tools

Mastercam

NX CAM

Fusion 360

GibbsCAM

Job description

Precision moves the world forward. TekPro is recruiting a CNC Manufacturing Process Programmer for a leading precision shop in the Downers Grove area—full-time, direct hire. Join a team trusted to deliver complex, high-quality components for aerospace and defense applications.Our missionTransform challenging prints into robust, repeatable machining processes. Reduce waste, accelerate throughput, and uphold the highest standards of quality on every part.How you’ll make an impactCreate, refine, and validate CNC programs for milling and turning operationsLeverage blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T to craft accurate toolpathsSelect tooling and set speeds/feeds to balance speed, surface finish, and tolerancePartner with machinists, engineers, and production to standardize and improve processesDiagnose programming and machining issues directly on the shop floorLead continuous improvement efforts with a focus on lowering cycle timesWhat you bring3+ years programming CNC equipment in a machining environmentExpertise in milling, turning, and multi-axis conceptsAbility to read and apply GD&THands-on machining experience (preferred)Detail orientation and strong problem-solving skillsProficiency with CAM platforms: Mastercam, NX CAM, Fusion 360, GibbsCAM (or similar)Your toolkitCNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC)CNC Lathe (2–4 axis)CAM SoftwareCore strengthsGD&TCNC ProgrammingAdvanced Inspection & Gauge MeasurementAerospace ManufacturingWhat’s in it for youComprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision401(k) with company matchPTO and paid holidaysStable, long-term role with clear growth potential in a well-established company