CNC Programmer: Tooling & CAM Mastercam Specialist

Workforce Recruiter; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Workforce Recruiter is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer for a precision-focused manufacturing team in the United States. You will contribute to CNC programming, machine setup, and tooling development, supporting foundry tooling production from concept through completion.

You will collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians, use Mastercam to generate G-code, set up machines, perform in-process inspections, and mentor Tooling Center machinists in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong CNC programming experience.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software (Mastercam strongly preferred).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of various machining materials and manufacturing processes.
• Strong mathematical aptitude, including trigonometry and geometry.
• Experience with multi-axis machining preferred.
• SolidWorks CSWA certification preferred.
• Metallurgy and foundry tooling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to improve tooling designs and processes.
• Use Mastercam to generate G-code for CNC operations.
• Design work-holding fixtures or select appropriate solutions.
• Build and maintain the departmental tool library database.
• Select tooling and determine speeds and feeds to maximize efficiency and quality output.
• Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings to support machining operations.
• Set up and calibrate CNC machines for production runs.
• Operate CNC machining equipment to produce precision components.
• Monitor machining processes to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Perform in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work environment.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying process enhancements and new technology opportunities.
• Stay current with CAD/CAM, tooling, machining, and work-holding technologies.
• Mentor and support the development of Tooling Center machinists and team members.
• Provide training and knowledge sharing to improve team capability and process understanding.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprints reading

CAD/CAM Mastercam

Problem-solving

Materials knowledge

Mathematics (Trig/Geom)

Multi-axis machining

CSWA certification

Foundry tooling experience

Education

Associate’s degree or CNC certification

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks

Job description

Workforce Recruiter is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer for a precision-focused manufacturing team in the United States. You will contribute to CNC programming, machine setup, and tooling development, supporting foundry tooling production from concept through completion.

You will collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians, use Mastercam to generate G-code, set up machines, perform in-process inspections, and mentor Tooling Center machinists in a fast-paced environment.