CNC Programmer

Software Placement Group, SPG; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Experienced CNC Programmer and Setup Machinist sought for a Grove City, OH manufacturing facility. The role involves interpreting blueprints and CAD models, selecting tooling and parameters, and driving toolpath optimization for 4- and 5-axis machines.

You will collaborate with machinists and engineers to validate programs and ensure smooth shop-floor setups. Requirements include 3+ years in setting up machinist roles and CNC programming with Mastercam or similar CAD/CAM software, plus fluent

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Setup Machinist or equivalent 역할.
• 3+ years of experience as a CNC Programmer using Mastercam or similar CAD/CAM software.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, 3D CAD models, and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprint drawings, CAD models, GD&T requirements, and customer requests to determine optimal machining strategies.
• Select 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.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production leadership to validate programs and ensure seamless shop-floor setup.
• 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

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

GD&T understanding

Problem solving

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

Location: Grove City, OH | Schedule: Full-time, on-site, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Overview

An established manufacturer in Grove City, OH is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join its machining team. This role is critical to ensuring the team exceeds production output, on-time delivery, quality, and safety goals, and will report to the Machining Manager.

What you'll do

• 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

Required qualifications

• 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

Preferred qualifications

• Fanuc experience highly preferred

Why this role

This is a critical position ensuring the team exceeds production output, on-time delivery, quality, and safety, offering the chance to drive meaningful process improvements on complex 4- and 5-axis machining programs.