CNC Programmer

TOPS Staffing; Benwood (WV); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

TOPS Staffing is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join a family-owned, precision machining operation in Wheeling, WV. The role involves hands-on programming from prints, 3D models, and customer drawings, collaborating with machinists and engineers to ensure production-ready programs.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in CNC programming, proficiency with Mastercam (or Gibbs) and a strong understanding of GD&T and tight tolerances.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC programming experience in a job-shop, custom machining, repair/rebuild, or production environment.
• Proficiency with Mastercam, Gibbs, or comparable CAM software.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, 3D models, and customer specifications.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and tight-tolerance machining requirements.
• Experience programming CNC mills, lathes, boring mills, or multi-axis machining centers.
• 5-axis programming experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of tooling, feeds, speeds, workholding, and machining best practices.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple jobs in progress.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to work directly with machinists on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs for new and rework parts, including 3-axis through 5-axis machining applications.
• Use CAM software to create accurate, efficient programs based on engineering prints, 3D models, and customer drawings.
• Optimize tool paths, feeds, speeds, and tooling selection to improve cycle time, part quality, and surface finish.
• Collaborate with machinists during first-piece setup, program proofing, troubleshooting, and process adjustments.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure programs meet dimensional, tolerance, and quality requirements.
• Support programming for custom, low-volume, repair, rebuild, and production machining work.
• Maintain CNC program libraries, tooling documentation, post-processors, and related setup information.
• Assist with continuous improvement of CNC programming standards, machining processes, and shop efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with machining, engineering, quality, and production teams to keep jobs moving accurately and on schedule.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

GD&T

5-axis programming

Machining knowledge

Tools

Mastercam

GibbsCAM

Job description

Job Description

Position: CNC Programmer

Pay Rate: $35.00hr+ based on prior experience

Shift: Steady dayshift M-F

Summer Months (June-August) 4x10 schedule (M-Th)

Rest of year is a standard 5x8 schedule (M-F)

Location: Wheeling, WV

We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join a well-established, family-owned industrial manufacturing company with a strong reputation for precision machining, engineering support, equipment rebuilds, and custom component manufacturing. This is a hands‑on programming role supporting a machine shop environment that produces complex parts and assemblies for heavy industrial customers.

The ideal candidate will be detail‑oriented, technically strong, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment where each job may bring different requirements. This person should be confident programming from prints, 3D models, and customer drawings while working closely with machinists, engineers, and shop leadership to ensure programs are accurate, efficient, and production‑ready. The role requires someone who can troubleshoot during setup, communicate effectively on the shop floor, and help improve machining processes across the operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop CNC programs for new and rework parts, including 3-axis through 5-axis machining applications
• Use CAM software to create accurate, efficient programs based on engineering prints, 3D models, and customer drawings
• Optimize tool paths, feeds, speeds, and tooling selection to improve cycle time, part quality, and surface finish
• Collaborate with machinists during first‑piece setup, program proofing, troubleshooting, and process adjustments
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure programs meet dimensional, tolerance, and quality requirements
• Support programming for custom, low‑volume, repair, rebuild, and production machining work
• Maintain CNC program libraries, tooling documentation, post‑processors, and related setup information
• Assist with continuous improvement of CNC programming standards, machining processes, and shop efficiency
• Communicate effectively with machining, engineering, quality, and production teams to keep jobs moving accurately and on schedule

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of CNC programming experience in a job‑shop, custom machining, repair/rebuild, or production manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Mastercam, Gibbs, or comparable CAM software
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, 3D models, and customer specifications
• Working knowledge of GD&T and tight‑tolerance machining requirements
• Experience programming CNC mills, lathes, boring mills, or multi‑axis machining centers
• 5‑axis programming experience preferred
• Strong understanding of tooling, feeds, speeds, workholding, and machining best practices
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple jobs in progress
• Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to work directly with machinists on the shop floor

Preferred Background:

• Experience in heavy industrial, steel, mill equipment, pump, gearbox, foundry, repair/rebuild, or custom component manufacturing
• Background supporting large‑part machining, complex assemblies, or reverse‑engineered components
• Experience improving existing programs for better cycle time, quality, and repeatability