CNC Programmer

Plansee; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 42,705 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Time off benefits

Dental, Vision

Discounted life and disability

Job summary

Plansee in Franklin, USA seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to create, modify, and verify CNC programs and 3D Solid Models for manufacturing and inspection. You will work with cross-functional teams in Manufacturing Engineering to drive quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities include ensuring ISO compliance, communicating with shop floor and customers, and maintaining up-to-date documentation. Proficiency with Okuma, Siemens NX, and SAP is valued, with MS Office skills essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in reading, writing or interpreting CNC programs. Experience with Okuma format desired.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing with a strong background in precision machining (milling, turning, drilling).
• Entry-level knowledge of CAD/CAM software is required. Experience with Siemens Nx preferred.
• Basic understanding of MRP functions in a manufacturing environment. Previous experience using SAP desired.
• Strong configuration management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify and verify CNC machine programs for products to be manufactured.
• Create, modify and verify 3D Solid Models of products to be manufactured for programming and inspection use.
• Work in cross-functional teams in supporting roles in Manufacturing Engineering.
• Create, modify and verify technical drawings and documentation related to in process manufacturing processes, tooling and fixturing.
• Ensure ISO compliance for all processes related to manufacture a product.
• Interface with shop floor, sales and customer to determine product specifications and maximize reliability and acceptance.
• Follow the manufacturing process of new products to ensure they are on schedule and delivery dates are met.
• Implement revision changes of a product and ensure that all necessary documentation and tools such as fixtures, CNC programs, drawings, etc. are updated.
• Provide hands‑on production support at a moderate-skilled level related to manufacturing processes, machining best practices, setup and inspection techniques.

Skills

CNC programming

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma

Two-year degree or manufacturing/machining certification

Tools

Okuma

Siemens NX

SAP

MS Office

Job description

What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum. At our Plansee site in Franklin, USA, we specialize in transforming semi-finished molybdenum and tungsten products into complex components—leveraging decades of precision manufacturing and engineering excellence. Join a highly motivated team in Franklin, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group. Position type: Hourly.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify and verify CNC machine programs for products to be manufactured.
• Create, modify and verify 3D Solid Models of products to be manufactured for programming and inspection use.
• Work in cross-functional teams in supporting roles in Manufacturing Engineering.
• Create, modify and verify technical drawings and documentation related to in process manufacturing processes, tooling and fixturing.
• Ensure ISO compliance for all processes related to manufacture a product.
• Interface with shop floor, sales and customer to determine product specifications and maximize reliability and acceptance.
• Follow the manufacturing process of new products to ensure they are on schedule and delivery dates are met.
• Implement revision changes of a product and ensure that all necessary documentation and tools such as fixtures, CNC programs, drawings, etc. are updated.
• Provide hands‑on production support at a moderate-skilled level related to manufacturing processes, machining best practices, setup and inspection techniques.

Qualifications / Skills

• High School diploma/GED. A two-year degree or certification in manufacturing/machining technology preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in reading, writing or interpreting CNC programs. Experience with Okuma format desired.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing with a strong background in precision machining (milling, turning, drilling). Experience with high performance materials such as molybdenum or tungsten is a plus.
• Entry-level knowledge of CAD/CAM software is required. Experience with Siemens Nx preferred.
• Basic understanding of MRP functions in a manufacturing environment. Previous experience using SAP desired.
• Strong configuration management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Medical - 90% paid for with 100% reimbursement on deductible
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• 401 K w/ company match
• Time off Benefits
• And much more!

The base compensation for this position is between $31-37/hr, commensurate with skill and experience level.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.