CNC Programmer

RENK America; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RENK America in Muskegon, MI is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to develop and modify programs for 4- and 5-axis machines. The role involves working with blueprints, calculating feeds and speeds, and ensuring parts meet strict specs on the shop floor.

Candidates should have a high school diploma with CNC cert and 4+ years, or an associate degree with 2+ years, plus strong problem-solving and teamwork. This full-time, on-site position emphasizes safety and precision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with vocational CNC certificate; 4+ years experience.
• Associate degree in Engineering/Machining or related field with 2+ years experience.
• CNC programming skills and blueprint reading required.
• Fixturing and tooling development and setup required.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• CNC M and G code programming of 4 and 5 axis machines.
• CAD/CAM programming proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program CNC machines for production runs.
• Develop or modify CNC programs; implement tooling for new and improved runs.
• Analyze blueprints and specs to determine dimensions, speeds, feeds, and tooling.
• Create new CNC programs for multiple machines; revise and retest as needed.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and company guidelines.
• Convert design specs into precise machining instructions.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues on the floor.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

M and G code (4/5 axis)

Fixturing and tooling

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication teamwork

CAD/CAM programming

Mathematical proficiency

Education

High School Diploma with CNC certificate

Associate degree in Engineering/Machining

Tools

Mastercam

Autocad

CAD/CAM software

Job description

About the Organization RENK America is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision-engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America employs over 500 employees at our US locations in Muskegon, Michigan, Cincinnati, Ohio, Camby, Indiana and Roseville, Michigan. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community.

Description

The CNC Programmer will be responsible for developing programs for production runs or modifying existing programs for different machines. This position is responsible for performing quality checks with the machine operator to ensure the program is producing parts according to specifications, making manual adjustments if necessary and performing troubleshooting.

• Operations and programming of CNC machines.
• Assists with implementing programs and tooling for new programs, existing program improvements including tooling improvement, driving down cycle time and problem-solving dimensional issues with production jobs on the floor.
• Analyze blueprints, job orders, design data, and specifications to calculate dimensions, feed rates, machine speeds, and tool selection.
• Contributes in the development of new CNC programs for production runs or modifies existing programs for different machines.
• Revise programs to fix errors and retest them to confirm that issues have been resolved.
• Follow all company safety protocols and ensure that machine procedures are done in accordance with company guidelines.
• Convert design specifications into precise instructions for machining operations and cutting tools.
• Trouble shoot issues during the manufacturing process

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma with Vocational certificate in CNC programming and 4+ years experience
• Associates Degree in Engineering/Machining concentrations or related field and 2+ years experience
• CNC programming skills
• Mathematical proficiency skills
• Blue print reading required
• Fixturing and Tooling development and setup required
• Attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• CNC M and G code programming of 4 and 5 axis machines
• CAD/CAM CNC programming proficiency

Preferred Additional Skills

• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing principles and six sigma.
• Knowledge process improvement tools.
• Grinding / CNC Grinding process set-up and programming
• Project Management Exposure
• Mastercam
• Autocad

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt EOE Statement

RENK America is proud to be an Aff… RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.