CNC Programmer — Precision Manufacturing & Process Optimization

Michael Page; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Benefits package

401(k) plan

Professional development

Career advancement

Collaborative culture

Job summary

MPI is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot programs for mills, lathes, and multi‑axis machines in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. You will work with advanced tooling and GD&T specs to deliver high‑precision components while driving continuous improvements and process efficiencies.

The role partners with Manufacturing Engineers and Machinists to refine tooling strategies, reduce cycle times, and ensure quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Develop, edit, and optimize CNC programs for mills, lathes, and multi‑axis machining centers.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T requirements, and specifications to create machining programs.
• Collaborate with engineers and machinists to troubleshoot and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Select tooling and determine cutting parameters to maximize efficiency and tool life.
• Support new product introductions with process development and first‑article runs.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and lean manufacturing practices throughout programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and optimize CNC programs for mills, lathes, and multi‑axis centers.
• Interpret drawings, CAD models, GD&T, and specs to create machining programs.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Machinists, and Production teams to troubleshoot and improve processes.
• Select tooling and establish strategies to maximize machine efficiency.
• Support new product introductions with process validation and first‑article production runs.
• Uphold quality standards, safety, and lean practices in programming.

Skills

CNC programming

CAD/CAM

G-code programming

GD&T reading

Multi‑axis machining

Process optimization

Problem solving

Education

Technical degree

Machining certification

Tools

CAD/CAM software

G-code tooling

Job description

MPI is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot programs for mills, lathes, and multi‑axis machines in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. You will work with advanced tooling and GD&T specs to deliver high‑precision components while driving continuous improvements and process efficiencies.

The role partners with Manufacturing Engineers and Machinists to refine tooling strategies, reduce cycle times, and ensure quality and safety standards.