CNC Programmer – Multi‑Axis Milling & Lathes

SCHOTT; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

SCHOTT in Southbridge, MA, is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to join our manufacturing team. You will create, edit, and optimize programs for mills and lathes, selecting tooling, speeds, and feeds to meet print requirements on multi-axis machines.

Candidates should have 3–5+ years of CNC programming in a production environment, strong G-code and GD&T knowledge, and the ability to read engineering drawings.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of CNC programming in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of G-code and CNC machine operations.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs for mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and machining strategies.
• Develop setup sheets, tooling lists, and work instructions.
• Perform prove-outs and first-article runs, adjusting programs as needed.
• Support machinists during setup and production runs.
• Troubleshoot machining issues related to tooling, programming, or machine capability.
• Collaborate with engineering on design for manufacturability improvements.

Skills

G-code

CNC programming

Mills & lathes

GD&T

Process optimization

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

SCHOTT in Southbridge, MA, is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to join our manufacturing team. You will create, edit, and optimize programs for mills and lathes, selecting tooling, speeds, and feeds to meet print requirements on multi-axis machines.

Candidates should have 3–5+ years of CNC programming in a production environment, strong G-code and GD&T knowledge, and the ability to read engineering drawings.