CNC Programmer

Job Juncture; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture partners with an amazing manufacturer in Grove City, OH on their search for an experienced CNC Programmer. The role focuses on MasterCam programming for complex 4- and 5-axis HMCs/VMCs, optimizing cycles, and ensuring on-time delivery.

You will read blueprints and GD&T, select tooling, workholding, and post-process adjustments, and collaborate with machinists and engineers to validate programs on the shop floor. This onsite position follows a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience reading blueprints, 3D CAD models and GD&T.
• 3+ years as CNC Programmer using MasterCam or equivalent.
• Broad knowledge of CNC machines, tooling and workholding; Fanuc experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprint drawings, CAD models and GD&T requirements to determine machining strategies.
• Select tooling, cutting parameters, and workholding to improve accuracy and cycle times.
• Drive toolpath optimization and programming standards to improve production.
• Create and optimize CNC programs for 4- and 5-axis HMCs/VMCs.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers and production leadership to validate programs.
• Conduct test runs, troubleshoot, and adjust post-processors as needed.
• Maintain program documentation and file management.
• Assist with fixture design to enhance manufacturability and repeatability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

blueprint reading

GD&T understanding

CNC knowledge

Tools

MasterCam

Fanuc controls

Job description

We are partnered with an AMAZING manufacturer in Grove City, OH on their search for an experienced CNC PROGRAMMER. This person will be proficient in MasterCam: developing, optimizing, and refining machining programs for complex 4- and 5- axis horizontal and vertical machining centers. Reporting to the Machining Manager, this is a critical role to ensure the team exceeds production output, OTD, quality, and safety. This is an ONSITE position with a schedule of Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret blueprint drawings, CAD models, GD&T requirements, and customer requests to determine optimal machining strategies
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting parameters, and workholding methods to improve accuracy and reduce cycle times
• Drive process improvements through toolpath optimization, tooling upgrades, and standardized programming practices
• Create, update, validate and optimize CNC programs for 4- and 5- axis HMCs/VMCs
• Work closely with machinists, engineers, and production leadership to validate programs and ensure seamless setup on the shop floor
• Conduct test runs and troubleshoot programming issues, toolpath errors, and post-processor adjustments
• Maintain program documentation, revision control, and organized file management
• Assist with fixture design considerations to enhance manufacturability and repeatability
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience as a Setup Machinist is a must
• 3+ years of experience as a CNC Programmer using MasterCam (or other related CAD/CAM software)
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, 3D CAD models, and GD&T
• A broad knowledge of CNC machines, tooling, and workholding, and different types of metals
• Familiarity with G & M code for multiple brand controls; Fanuc experience highly preferred