CNC Operator & Programmer - Employee-Owned

Challenge Manufacturing; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP program

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing in Holland, MI is seeking a CNC Programmer Machinist to setup and run tooling and die components to tight tolerances using Haas CNC Mills and Mitsubishi Wire EDM. The role requires precision, focus, and strong reading of engineered drawings.

You will test programs, adjust cutting, maintain records, and ensure parts meet specifications while collaborating with engineering and production teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Two years’ experience as CNC programmer or machinist/operator required.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce parts meeting drawings and specs.
• Test runs, adjust cutting requirements, and optimize tool setups.
• Maintain file systems, document production activities, and ensure quality records.
• Clean, deburr, and label finished parts; communicate with teams to coordinate work.

Skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training / college courses (preferred)

Tools

CNC machinery (Haas / Mitsubishi)

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing in Holland, MI is seeking a CNC Programmer Machinist to setup and run tooling and die components to tight tolerances using Haas CNC Mills and Mitsubishi Wire EDM. The role requires precision, focus, and strong reading of engineered drawings.

You will test programs, adjust cutting, maintain records, and ensure parts meet specifications while collaborating with engineering and production teams.