CNC Programmer/Setup Machinist — Mastercam or Fusion 360

Aegis Worldwide; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Significant overtime opportunity

Job summary

Aegis Worldwide in Hickory, NC is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist/Programmer for a direct-hire role in a growing precision shop. You will take prints from blueprint to finished part, programming, setting up, and running CNC mills and lathes, not just operating.

The position requires hands-on programming with Mastercam or Fusion 360, strong GD&T knowledge, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced shop. Competitive schedule and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years CNC machining experience required; 5+ years preferred.
• Hands-on CNC programming experience required.
• Experience programming with Mastercam or Fusion 360 strongly preferred.
• Experience with CNC mills and/or CNC lathes.
• 3-axis and/or 5-axis machining experience preferred.
• GD&T knowledge strongly preferred.
• Ability to perform own setups and independently run parts.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and/or lathes.
• Create and modify CNC programs using Mastercam, Fusion 360, conversational programming, or similar CAM software.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings.
• Machine components to blueprint and dimensional specifications.
• Perform setups, test runs, offsets, and program adjustments.
• Inspect finished components to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Apply GD&T principles when interpreting prints and inspecting parts.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, programming, and quality issues.
• Optimize cutting paths, tooling, feeds, speeds, and cycle times.
• Work independently in a fast-paced job shop environment.
• Support AS9100 and ISO quality requirements.

Skills

CNC programming

Machine setup

GD&T knowledge

Blueprint interpretation

Tools

Mastercam

Fusion 360

Job description

Aegis Worldwide in Hickory, NC is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist/Programmer for a direct-hire role in a growing precision shop. You will take prints from blueprint to finished part, programming, setting up, and running CNC mills and lathes, not just operating.

The position requires hands-on programming with Mastercam or Fusion 360, strong GD&T knowledge, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced shop. Competitive schedule and benefits offered.