CNC Programmer Apprentice: Lead Machinist Training

Clow Valve; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Clow Valve, a division of McWane, is seeking a CNC-focused manufacturing leader in Oskaloosa, IA. You will drive training and diagnostics for machinists, ensuring best practices in high‑precision valve production. Strong CAD/CAM and programming skills are essential.

Ideal candidates have a CNC technical degree and proven leadership in a manufacturing setting, with solid math skills and experience guiding continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• CAD/CAM experience required.
• Strong programming background.
• Mathematical aptitude in trig and geometry; metallurgical knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Cohesively train machinists and provide thorough understanding of machine diagnostics and best practice machining expectations.
• Partner with the machinist to troubleshoot programs, tooling, and quality issues to gain understanding of production limitations.

Skills

CAD/CAM

Programming

Leadership

Mathematics

CNC Machining

Manufacturing Experience

Education

CNC Technical Degree

Job description

Clow Valve, a division of McWane, is seeking a CNC-focused manufacturing leader in Oskaloosa, IA. You will drive training and diagnostics for machinists, ensuring best practices in high‑precision valve production. Strong CAD/CAM and programming skills are essential.

Ideal candidates have a CNC technical degree and proven leadership in a manufacturing setting, with solid math skills and experience guiding continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.