CNC Programmer

Engineering Resource Group; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Resource Group is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer for a permanent role in New Jersey. The candidate will program 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machines and wire EDM, using CAM software, while driving process improvements and reducing cycle times in a precision metal shop.

The role requires strong GD&T and print interpretation, plus 5+ years of experience with Mastercam or equivalent CAM software. CAD design in SolidWorks or Creo is essential for fixtures and tooling.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of CNC programming on 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machines.
• Hands-on setup background at the Class A machinist level.
• Proficiency with Mastercam or equivalent CAM software.
• Strong GD&T and print interpretation skills.
• Experience designing fixtures and tooling in SolidWorks or Creo.
• Experience programming laser/punch combination machines and sheet metal nesting software a plus.
• Additive manufacturing for fixtures, Lean or Six Sigma training and ISO 13485 or similar regulated environments a plus.

Responsibilities

• Program 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machines and wire EDM using CAM software.
• Drive process improvements to reduce cycle times and extend tool life.
• Design fixtures, electrodes, and tooling in 3D CAD.
• Identify waste in setups and workflows using Lean methods.
• Support new product introduction and first article runs.
• Prepare process sheets, tool lists, and setup documentation.
• Provide cycle time estimates for quoting and coordinate with Design, Quality, and Production.

Skills

CNC programming

GD&T

Lean manufacturing

Print interpretation

3-5 axis machining

First article inspection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology or Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Tools

Mastercam

Wire EDM programming

SolidWorks

Creo

Sheet metal nesting software

Job description

• Permanent position for a CNC Programmer to program multi-axis machining processes and drive manufacturing process improvement at a precision metal manufacturing company.
• Program 3-, 4- and 5-axis CNC machining centers and wire EDM equipment using CAM software.
• Continuously improve machining processes through optimized toolpaths, feeds, speeds and tool selection to reduce cycle times and extend tool life.
• Design fixtures, electrodes and special tooling in 3D CAD to reduce setup times and improve repeatability and part quality.
• Identify and eliminate waste in setups, workflow and part flow using Lean methods.
• Support new product introduction and first article runs, building manufacturability improvements into processes before release to production.
• Prepare and standardize process sheets, tool lists, in-process inspection sketches and setup documentation for new and repeat jobs.
• Provide cycle time estimates for quoting and work with Design Engineering, Quality and Production to resolve manufacturing issues.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology or Manufacturing Engineering Technology preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of CNC programming experience on 3-, 4- and 5-axis machining centers, with a hands-on setup background at the Class A machinist level.
• Proficiency with Mastercam or equivalent CAM software, including wire EDM programming.
• Demonstrated record of manufacturing process improvement, such as cycle time, setup time or scrap reduction.
• Strong command of GD&T and print interpretation for tight-tolerance components.
• Experience designing fixtures and tooling in SolidWorks or Creo.
• Experience programming laser/punch combination machines and sheet metal nesting software a plus.
• Additive manufacturing for fixtures, Lean or Six Sigma training and ISO 13485 or similar regulated environments a plus.