CNC Programmer

Workforce Solutions; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Opportunities for growth and pro­f dev

Job summary

Workforce Solutions partners with a family-owned manufacturing company in Madison, WI, to recruit a skilled CNC Programmer. You will interpret drawings, blueprints, and CAD/CAM files to create accurate CNC programs for multi-axis machines, while collaborating with machinists and engineers to ensure quality and efficiency.

The role emphasizes tooling selection, first-piece inspections, process optimization, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and CAD/CAM files.
• Experience creating and optimizing CNC programs and G-code.
• Ability to read blueprints and work orders and operate CNC equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC programs for multi-axis machining centers.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD/CAM files to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers and cross-functional teams to improve processes.
• Perform first-piece quality inspections and troubleshoot machining issues.
• Maintain program documentation and support new product introductions.

Skills

CNC programming

Reading blueprints/drawings

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in CNC Programming or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Job description

Workforce Solutions partners directly with teams looking to hire top talent. We are currently working with a family-owned manufacturing company seeking a CNC Programmer to join their Madison, WI location. Our client is a family-owned manufacturer, who is known for their strong culture and long-tenured workforce, that has been serving customers for nearly 50 years.

What's the role?

The CNC Programmer is responsible for interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD/CAM files to create accurate CNC programs that support high-quality manufacturing operations. This role works closely with machinists, engineers, and cross-functional teams to develop, test, and optimize machining processes while ensuring efficiency, precision, and quality standards are met. In this role, you'll develop and optimize G-code programs for multi-axis machining centers, select appropriate tooling and fixtures, perform first-piece quality inspections, and troubleshoot machining issues. You'll also help improve manufacturing processes, reduce cycle times and scrap rates, maintain program documentation, and support new product introductions and prototype development. The ideal candidate enjoys solving technical challenges, thrives in a manufacturing environment, and takes pride in producing quality work.

What experience and skills do I need to be successful?

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's degree in CNC Programming, a computer-related field, or a mechanical field preferred
• Experience with CNC programming and knowledge of machine tools and electronics
• Ability to create and optimize CNC programs and G-code
• Experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders
• Experience setting up and operating CNC equipment
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with ERP systems is a plus
• Ability to collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams

Great Perks and Benefits:

This position offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life and disability insurance
• Opportunities for growth and professional development

What will my schedule look like?

This is a full-time, onsite role working within a manufacturing and office environment in Madison, WI.