CNC Programmer

Mid South Machine, Inc.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Anniversary Bonus Program

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Mid-South Machine is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Programmer and CNC Mill Programmer to join our machining team. This hands-on role involves programming, setting up, and machining a variety of precision components in our job shop.

The position is full-time, on-site with day shift 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with overtime on Fridays and Saturdays as needed. Candidates should have 5+ years of CNC programming and setup experience, strong reading of blueprints and CAD files, and a commitment to quality

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years CNC lathe programming experience.
• Minimum 5 years CNC machine setup experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Ability to program from prints and CAD files (DWG, DXF, STEP/STP).
• Experience machining to tolerances of ±0.001" or better.
• Experience operating and programming multi-axis CNC lathes or CNC mills.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC lathes from engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Set up machines, tooling, and workholding for production.
• Machine parts to blueprint specifications and required tolerances.
• Inspect parts throughout the machining process to ensure quality standards are met.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Work with supervisors and team members to improve quality and productivity.

Skills

CNC lathe programming

CNC machine setup

GD&T reading

CAD/prints interpretation

Multi-axis CNC

Problem solving

Independent worker

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Tools

Mastercam CAD/CAM

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

CNC Programmer

Pay: $29.00–$34.00 per hour

Position Summary

Mid-South Machine is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Programmer and CNC Mill Programmer to join our machining team. This is a hands-on position in a job shop environment requiring the ability to independently program, set up, and machine a wide variety of precision components. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, enjoys challenging work, and takes pride in producing high-quality parts.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time, on-site position
• Day shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM
• Overtime available on Fridays and Saturdays as needed
• Climate-controlled facility (air conditioned and heated)
• Clean, organized machine shop
• Job shop environment with a wide variety of parts, materials, and production quantities

Responsibilities

• Program CNC lathes from engineering drawings and customer specifications
• Set up machines, tooling, and workholding for production
• Machine parts to blueprint specifications and required tolerances
• Inspect parts throughout the machining process to ensure quality standards are met
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on assigned equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Work with supervisors and team members to improve quality and productivity

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of CNC lathe programming experience
• Minimum 5 years of CNC machine setup experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
• Ability to program from prints and CAD files (DWG, DXF, STEP/STP)
• Experience machining to tolerances of ±0.001" or better
• Experience operating and programming multi-axis CNC lathes or CNC Mills
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Mastercam CAD/CAM software
• Experience with Okuma, Mazak, or Mori CNC machines
• Experience in a high-mix, low-volume job shop environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay: $29.00–$34.00 per hour, based on experience
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Anniversary Bonus Program
• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Mid-South Machine is looking for a dependable machinist who enjoys challenging work and takes pride in producing precision-machined components. If you're an experienced CNC Lathe Programmer looking for a stable company with competitive pay and excellent benefits, we'd like to hear from you.