CNC Programmer - Foundry Tooling & CAM Expert

SourcePro Search, LLC; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SourcePro Search, LLC is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join a precision-focused manufacturing team in Iowa. You will collaborate with engineering to optimize tooling production from concept to completion.

Responsibilities include Mastercam programming, setting up CNC machines, interpreting blueprints, and mentoring Tooling Center machinists while pursuing continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• 5 years of advanced manufacturing experience.
• 3 years of verifiable CAM programming experience.
• Associate degree or certification in CNC machining, precision machining, or manufacturing technology preferred.
• 5+ years of advanced manufacturing experience with 3+ years CAM experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to improve tooling designs and manufacturing processes.
• Use Mastercam 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.
• 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

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

Mastercam

Problem solving

Materials & processes

Math skills

Multi-axis machining

SolidWorks CSWA

Foundry tooling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or CNC certification

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks CSWA

Job description

SourcePro Search, LLC is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join a precision-focused manufacturing team in Iowa. You will collaborate with engineering to optimize tooling production from concept to completion.

Responsibilities include Mastercam programming, setting up CNC machines, interpreting blueprints, and mentoring Tooling Center machinists while pursuing continuous process improvements.