CNC Programmer

Goodwin Recruiting; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a hands-on CNC Programmer to own development of safe, repeatable and efficient CNC processes for precision components in a high-mix environment. You will translate customer drawings and CAD models into production-ready programs and set the standard for quality, delivery, and process capability.

This role requires 3+ years CNC setup/operation and 1+ year programming, proficiency with CAD/CAM tools such as Mastercam or SolidWorks, and experience with multi-axis

Qualifications

• 3+ years CNC setup/operation experience and 1+ year CNC programming experience
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM platforms such as Mastercam, NX/Unigraphics, Esprit, SolidWorks or comparable
• Multi-axis milling or CNC turning in a precision manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of tooling, workholding, speeds/feeds, sequencing, first-piece prove-out
• Ability to interpret complex drawings and apply GD&T to machining/inspection requirements
• Commitment to FOD prevention, safety, QMS compliance in AS9100/ITAR environments

Responsibilities

• Develop and prove out CNC programs using CAD/CAM platforms (Mastercam, NX/Unigraphics, Esprit, SolidWorks)
• Sequence operations, select tooling/workholding, set speeds/feeds, design/support fixtures
• Interpret drawings, GD&T requirements, specs, control plans to build machining methods
• Collaborate with Quality for first-piece approval and in-process inspection
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, dimensional and cycle-time issues with shop floor
• Train and mentor setup personnel and operators on production methods and inspection requirements
• Maintain traceability in routers, inspection plans, production logs, ERP per AS9100 and ITAR

Skills

3+ years CNC setup/operation

1+ year CNC programming

CAD/CAM platforms

Multi-axis milling

Tooling & fixtures knowledge

GD&T interpretation

Tools

Mastercam

NX/Unigraphics

Esprit

SolidWorks

Job description

Join our team as the CNC Programmer and take full ownership of developing safe, repeatable, and efficient CNC manufacturing processes for precision components. Reporting to the engineering and operations leadership team, you will translate customer drawings and CAD models into production-ready programs and processes, and set the standard that drives quality, delivery, and process capability across a high-mix precision machining environment.

This role is ideal for a hands-on CNC programmer who has experience in multi-axis milling or CNC turning within a precision, regulated manufacturing environment, and who wants to work on technically demanding aerospace, medical, and defense components, as well as long-term career growth with a stable and expanding company.

CNC Programmer | What You Will Do

• Develop and prove out CNC programs using CAD/CAM platforms including Mastercam, NX/Unigraphics, Esprit, or SolidWorks
• Sequence operations, select tooling and workholding, establish speeds and feeds, and design or support fixtures for new and repeat jobs
• Interpret complex customer drawings, GD&T requirements, specifications, and control plans to build complete machining methods
• Collaborate with Quality to obtain first-piece approval and establish in-process inspection requirements
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, dimensional, and cycle-time issues alongside setup personnel, operators, and engineering
• Train and mentor setup personnel and operators on approved production methods, inspection requirements, and documentation
• Maintain traceability in routers, inspection plans, production logs, and the ERP system in accordance with AS9100 and ITAR requirements

CNC Programmer | What You Bring

• Minimum 3 years of CNC setup and operation experience and minimum 1 year of CNC programming experience, or equivalent demonstrated capability
• Proficiency with at least one CAD/CAM platform — Mastercam, NX/Unigraphics, Esprit, SolidWorks, or comparable
• Multi-axis milling or CNC turning experience in a precision manufacturing environment
• Strong working knowledge of tooling, workholding, speeds and feeds, process sequencing, and first-piece prove-out
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and apply GD&T to machining and inspection requirements
• Commitment to FOD prevention, safety, QMS compliance, and working within an AS9100-certified and ITAR-registered environment

CNC Programmer | The Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off

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Kalyn Schreckhise