CNC Programmer

H. T. PROF Group; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Grove City, OH is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop, optimize, and refine programs for 4- and 5-axis horizontal and vertical machining centers. MasterCam proficiency is required, with strong focus on performance, accuracy, and on-time delivery.

You will collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production leadership to validate programs, troubleshoot issues, and ensure smooth setup on the shop floor. This onsite role follows a Monday–Friday schedule (8am–5pm).

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Setup Machinist (preferred).
• 3+ years of CNC programming experience using MasterCam or similar CAD/CAM software.
• Ability to read complex blueprints, 3D CAD models, and GD&T.
• Broad knowledge of CNC machines, tooling, workholding, and metals.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprint drawings, CAD models, GD&T requirements to determine optimal machining strategies.
• Select tooling, cutting parameters, and workholding to improve accuracy and reduce cycle times.
• Drive 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.
• Troubleshoot programming issues, toolpath errors, and post-processor adjustments.
• Maintain program documentation, revision control, and file management.
• Assist with fixture design to enhance manufacturability.

Skills

Mastercam

GDT reading

CNC programming

Post-processor troubleshooting

Tools

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