CNC Programmer

Soap Creek Resources; Iowa; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Soap Creek Resources is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join a precision-focused manufacturing team in the United States (Iowa). You will program, operate, and optimize tooling production from concept to completion, collaborating with engineering and CAD teams to improve processes and tooling designs.

You will interpret blueprints, set up CNC machines, and mentor other machinists while maintaining quality and safety. Strong CAM programming and Mastercam proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Strong CNC programming experience.
• Reading blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software (Mastercam strongly preferred).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of machining materials and processes.
• Strong mathematical aptitude (trigonometry and geometry).
• Experience with multi-axis machining preferred.
• SolidWorks CSWA certification preferred.
• Metallurgy and foundry tooling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to improve tooling designs and processes.
• Use Mastercam to generate G-code for CNC operations.
• Design work-holding fixtures or select appropriate solutions.
• Maintain departmental tool library database.
• Select tooling and determine speeds and feeds for efficiency and quality.
• Interpret blueprints and CAD models to support machining operations.
• Set up and calibrate CNC machines for production runs.
• Operate CNC machines to produce precision components.
• Monitor processes for specs and quality.
• Perform in-process inspections with calipers and micrometers.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment.
• Support continuous improvement and new technology opportunities.
• Mentor Tooling Center machinists and staff.
• Provide training to improve team capability.

Skills

CNC Programming

Blueprint Reading

CAD/CAM (Mastercam)

Problem Solving

Machining Materials

Mathematical Aptitude

Multi-axis Machining

SolidWorks CSWA

Foundry Tooling Experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

5+ years advanced manufacturing experience

3 years CAM programming experience

Associate’s degree or CNC certification (preferred)

Tools

CAD/CAM software (Mastercam)

Job description

Job Description

Join a precision-focused manufacturing team where advanced machining, CAM programming, and tooling development come together. This role is ideal for an experienced CNC Programmer who enjoys collaborating with engineering teams, optimizing machining processes, and ensuring high-quality tooling production from concept through completion.

In this role, you will support the production of foundry tooling, including patterns, core boxes, related components, and molds for injection molding applications. You will be responsible for programming, machine operation, continuous learning, and mentoring within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Duties: Including but not limited to:

• Collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to improve tooling designs and manufacturing processes.
  Use Mastercam software to generate G-code programs for CNC machining operations.
• Design work-holding fixtures or select appropriate purchased work-holding solutions.
• Build and maintain an accurate departmental tool library database.
• Select tooling and determine optimal speeds and feeds to maximize efficiency and quality output.
• Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings to support machining operations.
• Set up and calibrate CNC machines for production runs.
• Operate CNC machining equipment to produce precision components.
• Monitor machining processes to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Perform in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work environment.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying process enhancements and new technology opportunities.
• Stay current with advancements in CAD/CAM, tooling, machining, and work-holding technologies.
• Mentor and support the development of Tooling Center machinists and team members.
• Provide training and knowledge sharing to improve team capability and process understanding.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong CNC programming experience.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software (Mastercam strongly preferred).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of various machining materials and manufacturing processes.
• Strong mathematical aptitude, including trigonometry and geometry.
• Experience with multi-axis machining preferred.
• SolidWorks CSWA certification preferred.
• Metallurgy and foundry tooling experience preferred.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5 years of advanced manufacturing experience required.
• 3 years of verifiable CAM programming experience required.
• Associate’s degree or certification in CNC machining, precision machining, or manufacturing technology preferred.
• 5+ years of advanced manufacturing experience with 3+ years CAM experience preferred.

Company Description

This is a fast-growing staffing and engineering services firm. With strong Midwest values and more than 20 years of experience, we aim to build meaningful, long-lasting relationships with all our clients.