CNC Programmer - Precision Wood Machining for Prototypes

Gibson Brands Inc; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Inc. in Nashville, TN, is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to deliver CNC solutions and new technology for guitar manufacturing. You will design fixtures, program CNC and manual machines, and collaborate with engineering, production, maintenance to optimize processes and ROI.

The role requires experience with CAD/CAM, G-code, and strong attention to detail. You will train operators, monitor capacities, and ensure safety standards across the shop floor.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a CAD/Drafting capacity preferred.
• AA/BS degree (or equivalent) or College/Technical Certificate.
• Machining and Tooling Experience: 5 years minimum (Required).
• Mastercam Knowledge: 3+ years (Preferred).
• Ability to read and write G-Code (Required).
• CAD/CAM Knowledge: 3 years (Required).
• Vocational or Bachelor's (Preferred).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Project management skills combined with ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and implement tool fixturing for Guitar Manufacturing Process.
• Implement best practices for CNC processing of wood products.
• Implement a training programs for new and current CNC operators.
• Understand, track, and communicate facility CNC capacities and optimization.
• Create and implement CNC change over, set-up, and quality checking instructions.
• Create and manage a cutting tool replacement system and PM schedule.
• Operate large and small machined parts using CNC & Manual Lathes, Vertical and Horizontal Boring Machines.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Skills

CNC machining

G-code reading

CAD/CAM proficiency

Detail oriented

Independent work

Active listening

Problem solving

Time management

Education

AA/BS degree or equivalent

College/Technical Certificate

Vocational or Bachelor's (Preferred)

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks CAD

AutoCAD

Fusion 360

Job description

Gibson Inc. in Nashville, TN, is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to deliver CNC solutions and new technology for guitar manufacturing. You will design fixtures, program CNC and manual machines, and collaborate with engineering, production, maintenance to optimize processes and ROI.

The role requires experience with CAD/CAM, G-code, and strong attention to detail. You will train operators, monitor capacities, and ensure safety standards across the shop floor.