CNC Programmer - Foundry Tooling & CAM Expert

Vogrinc Search Group; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vogrinc Search Group seeks an experienced CNC Programmer to join a precision-focused manufacturing team in Oskaloosa, IA. You will collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to optimize tooling designs and determine optimal speeds and feeds to maximize efficiency and quality.

You will program using Mastercam, set up CNC machines, and perform in-process inspections while mentoring junior machinists and supporting continuous improvement in tooling production from concept through completion.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to improve tooling designs and manufacturing processes.
• Use CAM 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

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

CAD/CAM knowledge

Analytical skills

Materials knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree or CNC-related certificate

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

Vogrinc Search Group seeks an experienced CNC Programmer to join a precision-focused manufacturing team in Oskaloosa, IA. You will collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to optimize tooling designs and determine optimal speeds and feeds to maximize efficiency and quality.

You will program using Mastercam, set up CNC machines, and perform in-process inspections while mentoring junior machinists and supporting continuous improvement in tooling production from concept through completion.