CNC Programmer – Mastercam & Mold Shop Specialist

Socket.dev; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Company benefits

Job summary

Socket.dev in Illinois seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to join our manufacturing team. You will review CAD models and drawings, develop machining instructions, and program toolpaths to achieve tight tolerances and high efficiency.

You will collaborate with CNC operators and the Mold Shop, monitor tooling, support tool design, and help implement Lean manufacturing practices while training others and maintaining organized mold files.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC machines.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read/write blueprints/drawings.
• Good reading comprehension.
• Good math skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to learn & cross train in other areas.
• Ability to troubleshoot & problem solve.
• Ability to train & coach subordinates.

Responsibilities

• Review CAD models and blueprints to determine machining requirements.
• Develop machining instructions, determine operation sequence, and fixturing.
• Program toolpaths using Mastercam to achieve accuracy and efficiency.
• Check programs and run simulations before CNC release.
• Understand machine tools and CAD/CAM processes.
• Monitor cutting tool performance and change tooling as needed.
• Collaborate with CNC operators and the Mold Shop to ensure effective machining.
• Handle multiple complex tasks with independent judgment.
• Create 2D drawings and die lines from 3D models for sampling.
• Operate the sample press for prototype blisters.
• Assist with mold sampling, polishing, assembly, and other tool design tasks.
• Maintain organized mold files and production tooling docs.
• Work with Production Scheduler to meet tooling deadlines.
• Identify and correct safety hazards.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing processes.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks

Job description

Socket.dev in Illinois seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to join our manufacturing team. You will review CAD models and drawings, develop machining instructions, and program toolpaths to achieve tight tolerances and high efficiency.

You will collaborate with CNC operators and the Mold Shop, monitor tooling, support tool design, and help implement Lean manufacturing practices while training others and maintaining organized mold files.