CNC Programmer

Sun Recruiting; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Recruiting, Inc. seeks an experienced CNC Programmer to join a precision-focused manufacturing team in Iowa. You will program, operate, and mentor in a fast-paced environment, supporting tooling production from concept through completion.

You will collaborate with engineering, use Mastercam to generate G-code, design fixtures, maintain tool libraries, and ensure high-quality output through inspections and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong CNC programming experience and ability to read blueprints.
• Familiar with CAD/CAM software and CAM programming.
• Experience with multi-axis machining and manufacturing processes.
• Metallurgy or foundry tooling experience preferred.
• CSWA certification and Strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and CAD staff to improve tooling and processes.
• Use Mastercam to generate G-code for CNC operations.
• Design or select work-holding fixtures and solutions.
• Maintain the departmental tool library database.
• Choose tooling and optimize speeds/feeds for quality.
• Interpret blueprints and CAD models for production.
• Set up and calibrate CNC machines for runs.
• Operate CNC equipment to produce precision parts.
• Monitor processes to meet specs and quality standards.
• Perform in-process inspections with calipers and micrometers.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Support continuous improvement and new technology opportunities.
• Stay current with CAD/CAM, tooling, and work-holding tech.
• Mentor Tooling Center machinists and team members.
• Provide training to improve team capability.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprints reading

CAD/CAM software

Problem-solving

Mathematical aptitude

Multi-axis machining

CAM programming

Metallurgy tooling experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or CNC/conventional machining certification

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks CSWA

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.

Disclaimer:

Please note that we are unable to provide job sponsorships, including, but not limited to, visas, corp-to-corp arrangements (C2C), or any other form of sponsorship for employment. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.