CNC Programmer Machinist II

KMC Stampings; Town of Fredonia (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Day Work Week with a 3 Day Weekend

Generous 401(K) plan with companymatch

Paid Time Off: Vacation, Personal, 10+

Company paid Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Quarterly lunches & Annual events

Job summary

KMC Stampings, a premier metal fabricator in southeastern Wisconsin, seeks a CNC Programmer/Machinist to create and modify CNC/Wire EDM programs for precision tooling and fixtures. The role demands strong CAD/CAM skills and hands-on machine operation experience.

You will work with design engineers and machinists, training peers and maintaining CNC software/hardware while contributing to safe, high-quality production in a family-style, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in CNC/Wire EDM machine operating and programming or completion of CNC apprenticeship program.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (Esprit, Mastercam, AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Strong knowledge of CNC machines, tools, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T.
• Ability to design and make fixtures for setups.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical drawings, blueprints, and 3D models into CNC programs.
• CNC/Wire EDM machine setup and operation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with CNC/Wire EDM operation or programming errors.
• Collaborate with design engineers, machinists, toolmakers and other team members.
• Provide training to other employees on interpreting and running programs.
• Perform routine maintenance and updates on CNC/Wire EDM software and hardware.

Skills

CNC/Wire EDM experience

Reading blueprints & GD&T

Fixture design

Teamwork & communication

Physical stamina (lift 50 lbs)

Tools

Esprit

Mastercam

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

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OF Tool Engineering Full Time Manufacturing Fredonia, WI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1282

Your opportunity to make an impact starts here with KMC a premiere metal stamping company, where leadership drives our legacy forward. Guided by continuous improvement, you’ll inspire innovation through shared ideas and lessons learned. Committed to customer collaboration, you’ll foster trust and deliver exceptional solutions. As a recognized leader in engineering and manufacturing, you’ll tackle complex challenges while championing growth through learning. Your devotion to safe working environments will ensure team safety and awareness. Fueled by quality, you’ll uphold excellence in every decision. Focused on customer and employee success, you’ll empower both to thrive. Lead with impact—join our leadership table today!

KMC Stampings is a premier metal fabricator offering engineering and tooling expertise driven by continuous improvement. With over 115 years in southeastern WI, we still offer a family feel with a safe environment focused on providing hands on training opportunities to all employees through a progressive training program. Employees can expand their knowledge of machinery, setups, tool and dies and even engineering. Come grow with KMC Stampings!

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The CNC Programmer/Machinist will be responsible for creating and modifying CNC/Wire EDM programs to produce precision tool and die components, weld fixtures, and inspection gages. This role requires a strong understanding of CNC/Wire EDM machines, CAD/CAM software, and tool and die manufacturing processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Translate technical drawings, blueprints, and 3D models into efficient CNC programs


• CNC/Wire EDM machine set up and operation


• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to CNC/Wire EDM machine operation or programming errors


• Work closely with design engineers, machinists, toolmakers and other team members


• Provide training and guidance to other employees on interpreting and running programs


• Perform routine maintenance and updates on CNC/Wire EDM software and hardware


• Other duties as assigned or required

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.

• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in CNC/Wire EDM machine operating and programming or completion of CNC apprenticeship program.


• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (Esprit, Mastercam, AutoCAD, SolidWorks)


• Strong knowledge of CNC machines, tools, and manufacturing processes


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)


• Ability to design and make fixtures for setups


• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail


• Effective communication and teamwork abilities


• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.


• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and machinery


• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; frequently required to sit and talk or hear; occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. Reasonable accommodations to essential functions of the job will be made if necessary.

BENEFITS:

Some key advantages of working at KMC Stampings include a highly competitive benefit package including:

• PPO Health plan and CDHP Health plan options including NO PLAN PREMIUMSon the CDHP Plan!


• 4 Day Work Week with a 3 Day Weekend


• Generous 401(K) plan with company match


• Paid Time Off: Vacation Time, Personal time and 10 paid holidays


• Company paid Life Insurance & AD&D Coverage


• Company paid Disability Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program


• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Annual Events