CNC Programmer I — Mastercam Specialist (Overnight Shift)

TAIT; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) Match

HSA plan

Paid time off

Job summary

TAIT is seeking a CNC Programmer I to join our advanced fabrication team in Lititz, PA. You will create new G&M codes, maintain existing programs, and collaborate with design and engineering to meet production goals.

The role requires practical CNC programming experience, proficiency with MASTERCAM, and strong math skills. Working on 5th shift Fri-Sun 5pm-5am, there is training on other shifts, with opportunities to grow within TAIT’s live-event manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school graduate.
• 1 to 3 years of practical CNC programming experience or 5 plus years of machining experience.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency in mathematics.
• Experience using AutoCAD, MASTERCAM, and Feature CAM is a plus.
• Functional knowledge of G&M code.
• Prior CNC programming experience in milling environments is a plus.
• Experience using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) a plus.
• Strong commitment to detailed and error-free performance.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility with work schedule, including some weekends, holidays, and different shifts as required; ability to work OT (more than 40 hours) in any given week as needed.

Responsibilities

• Understand the capabilities of the CNC machines.
• Program various CNC machines utilizing MASTERCAM software approved by TAIT from solid models, drawings, and any other format provided by other departments, such as design.
• Ability to perform machining calculations including, but not limited to, speeds and feeds in a diverse range of tooling and raw materials.
• Create Multi operation programs efficiently, when, and where applicable, per production demands.
• Read and interpret blueprints to meet quality standards
• Develop manufacturing documentation and distribute to the operators, as well as others, in an organized fashion.
• Assist in the Identification, location, and considerations for required tooling for production.
• Ability to find resolution for problems efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain visual perception of finished product and recognize unacceptable burrs, an out of tolerance finish, or any other machining defects.
• Complete assignments and production sequences to meet production goals & schedules as well as input from the machine shop management team.
• Conducts quality control by inspection of materials, products, and equipment to detect defects or malfunctions proactively in conjunction with CNC Operators.
• Proactively run machinery when needed to meet production goals.
• Assist with periodic machine maintenance practices when required.
• Assist in Methods / tooling development for manufacturing.
• Work with level 2 programmers on process methodologies and Cam programming standards.
• Keep a clean, organized, and safe workspace, including tools and equipment.
• Accurately capture all labor hours and material in Epicor.
• Fix material issues as they come up through shift.
• Ensure TAIT’s 5 standards of care are coordinated into daily activities: Safety, Quality, Team, Schedule, and Cost.
• Share skills and knowledge with others to help with department development. Assist with training others.
• Take ownership for decisions, actions, performance, and behavior.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required.
• Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company.

Skills

CNC programming

MASTERCAM

G&M code

Blueprint reading

Mathematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MASTERCAM

AutoCAD

FeatureCAM

Job description

TAIT is seeking a CNC Programmer I to join our advanced fabrication team in Lititz, PA. You will create new G&M codes, maintain existing programs, and collaborate with design and engineering to meet production goals.

The role requires practical CNC programming experience, proficiency with MASTERCAM, and strong math skills. Working on 5th shift Fri-Sun 5pm-5am, there is training on other shifts, with opportunities to grow within TAIT’s live-event manufacturing environment.