CNC Process Specialist: 5-Axis Machining & Optimization

Protocase Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Health care

Vacation 2 weeks +

Community discounts

Gym membership

Team events

Coastal lifestyle

Job summary

Protocase Inc. in Wilmington, NC is seeking a mid-level CNC Machining Process Specialist to troubleshoot and optimize manufacturing processes for 5-axis mills.

You will partner with machinists, programmers, and engineering to test, validate, and implement improvements that raise quality, reduce cycle times, and improve reliability. The role blends hands-on machining with process development, emphasizing practical, data-driven experimentation and documentation of standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of CNC machining experience.
• Experience troubleshooting machining problems and finding practical solutions.
• Experience improving machining processes, tooling, quality, or cycle times.
• Experience working with others to resolve technical issues or improve manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot machining issues and identify the root causes of recurring problems.
• Find ways to improve machining quality, cycle times, tooling, and productivity.
• Test new machining methods, tooling options, and programming approaches.
• Operate CNC mills, including 5-axis machines, to test and validate improvements.
• Help resolve technical machining challenges and support production teams.
• Work with machinists, programmers, and engineering teams to implement process improvements.
• Develop and document practical machining standards and best practices.
• Evaluate results and use what you learn to make machining processes more reliable and efficient.

Skills

CNC machining

5-axis milling

G-code

CAM software

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Machining diploma or trade certification

Tools

CAM software

Job description

Protocase Inc. in Wilmington, NC is seeking a mid-level CNC Machining Process Specialist to troubleshoot and optimize manufacturing processes for 5-axis mills.

You will partner with machinists, programmers, and engineering to test, validate, and implement improvements that raise quality, reduce cycle times, and improve reliability. The role blends hands-on machining with process development, emphasizing practical, data-driven experimentation and documentation of standards and best practices.