CNC Programmer/Machinist

SEECO - Southern Electrical Equipment Company; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

SEECO - Southern Electrical Equipment Company in Monroe, NC is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer/Machinist to program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes. You will design tooling and fixturing and optimize processes for quality and efficiency.

You will work from diverse CAD formats, utilize CAM software, read engineering drawings with GD&T, and take ownership of part quality and machine performance from print to part.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a CNC Programmer and Machinist.
• Proficient with CAM software (Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar).
• Strong understanding of G-code, feeds, speeds, and tooling.
• Experience with both mills and lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Comfortable working independently and managing jobs from print to part.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all Safety and Quality Zero Tolerance policies to ensure a safe and compliant work environment
• Collaborate effectively in a team setting to support safety, quality, and production standards
• Program CNC mills and lathes using CAM software
• Set up and operate CNC machines for production and prototype work
• Work with CAD formats (STEP, IGES, DXF, native CAD, etc.)
• Design and build tooling, fixtures, and work holding solutions
• Optimize programs for efficiency, tool life, and surface finish
• Inspect parts and ensure they meet print and quality requirements
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues
• Perform routine machine maintenance and assist with repairs as needed
• Maintain organized documentation for programs, tooling, and setups

Skills

CAM software proficiency

G-code knowledge

Reading engineering drawings

GD&T

Independent work

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Manufacturing)

Tools

Mastercam

Fusion 360

CAD formats (STEP, IGES, DXF)

Job description

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer/Machinist to join our team. This role is responsible for programming, setting up, and operating CNC mills and lathes, as well as designing tooling and fixturing to support efficient, accurate production. The ideal candidate is comfortable working from a wide range of CAD file types, can use CAM software independently, and takes ownership of part quality and machine performance.

Duties

• Adhere to allSafety and Quality Zero Tolerance policiesto ensure a safe and compliant work environment
• Collaborate effectively in ateam settingto support safety, quality, and production standards.
• Program CNC mills and lathes using CAM software
• Set up and operate CNC machines for production and prototype work
• Work with all common CAD file formats (STEP, IGES, DXF, native CAD, etc.)
• Design and build tooling, fixtures, and work holding solutions
• Optimize programs for efficiency, tool life, and surface finish
• Inspect parts and ensure they meet print and quality requirements
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues
• Perform routine machine maintenance and assist with repairs as needed
• Maintain organized documentation for programs, tooling, and setups

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a CNC Programmer and Machinist
• Proficient with CAM software (Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar)
• Strong understanding of G-code, feeds, speeds, and tooling
• Experience with both mills and lathes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Comfortable working independently and managing jobs from print to part

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related)
• Experience designing fixtures and custom tooling
• Machine maintenance and repair experience
• Experience with multi-axis machining a plus