CNC Programmer – Multi-Axis Machining & Custom Fixturing

H. T. PROF Group; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 57,859 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

1st shift options

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking an elite CNC Programmer in the Duluth area to own complex multi‑axis Mastercam programs from scratch.

You will analyze 3D CAD data, review engineering docs, and design fixtures to maximize machine throughput in a high-autonomy, engineering‑focused role. Expect a direct-hire, first-shift opportunity with competitive hourly compensation, full benefits, and shift differentials. You will collaborate with Design Engineering on DFM reviews and own the manufacturing

Qualifications

• 4+ years hands-on Mastercam programming depth OR a BSME / Technical Degree with strong Mastercam capability.
• Deep understanding of tooling selection, speeds/feeds, and complex process development (5-axis exposure or Visual Basic macro knowledge is a plus).
• Ability to read blueprints and apply GD&T to manufacturing processes with precision inspection methods.
• Local commuting distance to the Greater Duluth, MN / Superior, WI area is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, verify, and optimize complex CNC programs from scratch using Mastercam for multi-axis milling and turning centers.
• Analyze 3D CAD data, engineering job orders, and prints to establish sequences, select tools, and calculate speeds and feeds.
• Design custom workholding jigs and fixtures to ensure precise part positioning and maximize throughput.
• Maintain and audit the CNC program database and associated routing and program files across machines.
• Provide shop floor engineering support, troubleshooting setups, tooling issues, macro code, and machining roadblocks.
• Drive process optimization through cycle-time analyses, toolpath refinements, and scrap reduction.

Skills

3D CAD data analysis

Blueprint/GD&T literacy

Custom fixture design

Analytical problem solving

Education

BSME / Technical Degree

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

CNC Programmer – Multi-Axis Machining & Custom Fixturing

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Type Direct Hire

ID WI59-2756658

Posted Jul 28, 2026

CNC Programmer – Multi-Axis Machining & Custom Fixturing

• COMPENSATION: Up to $45.00/Hour Starting Baseline (scaling with technical Mastercam depth) + Shift Differentials (+$1.00 to +$2.00/hr) + Overtime Eligibility + Full Benefits
• SCHEDULE: Flexible 1st Shift (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, or 8:00 AM starts) | Off-shift options available
• SOFTWARE & SKILLS: Mastery of Mastercam for multi-axis programming from scratch, 3D CAD data analysis, blueprint/GD&T literacy, and custom fixture design
• EXPERIENCE: 4+ years of independent Mastercam programming experience, OR a formal Technical Degree/BSME with high-level Mastercam proficiency
• ROLE HIGHLIGHTS: High-autonomy, engineering-focused seat owning full program development, workholding design, and DFM reviews alongside Design Engineering
• REQUIREMENTS: US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within a comfortable daily commute of the Duluth, MN / Superior, WI area

If you are an elite CNC programmer looking to move away from mundane, repetitive production tracking and offset tweaks, this direct-hire engineering role offers total process ownership. The employer is a globally recognized market leader in heavy demolition and scrap attachment manufacturing. Operating with a family-oriented culture where technical expertise is genuinely respected, they provide an advanced shop environment that completely rejects corporate bureaucracy.

In this high-impact role, you will own the entire manufacturing lifecycle—developing complex, multi-axis Mastercam programs from scratch, designing custom workholding jigs and fixtures, and collaborating directly with Design Engineering on Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews. It is the ideal setup for a sharp programmer seeking long-term organizational stability, a collaborative team, and an environment where average employee tenures are measured in years, not months.

What You Will Be Doing (Daily Responsibilities)

• Develop, verify, and optimize complex CNC programs from scratch using Mastercam for multi-axis milling and turning centers.
• Analyze 3D CAD data, engineering job orders, and industrial prints to establish operational sequences, select optimal cutting tools, and calculate speeds and feeds.
• Design custom workholding jigs and manufacturing fixtures to ensure precise part positioning and maximize machine throughput.
• Maintain and audit the central CNC program database, ensuring digital routing files and program files are accurately maintained across machine centers.
• Provide shop floor engineering support, troubleshooting complex setups, tooling issues, macro code, and machining roadblocks alongside production machinists.
• Drive process optimization initiatives, conducting cycle-time analyses, refining toolpaths, and reducing material scrap.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements & Qualifications)

• 4+ years of hands-on Mastercam programming depth OR a BSME / Technical Degree paired with strong Mastercam capability.
• Multi-Axis Machining Foundation: Deep understanding of tooling selection, speeds/feeds, and complex process development (5-axis exposure or Visual Basic macro knowledge is a major plus).
• Technical Literacy: Advanced capability in blueprint reading, GD&T application, and precision inspection methods.
• Diagnostic Instincts: Excellent analytical skills to troubleshoot active machining issues and support floor setup personnel.
• Career Stability: A rock-solid, progressive employment history demonstrating long-term commitment and technical growth with past employers.
• Local Proximity: Residing within a dependable daily commute of the Greater Duluth, MN / Superior, WI area.