CNC Programming & Process Improvement Specialist

Amsted Rail; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Amsted Rail seeks a CNC Specialist to create, optimize, and run CNC programs on HMCs, VMCs, and turning centers using Mastercam. You will perform setups, prove-outs, first articles, and in-process adjustments to meet safety, quality, and productivity targets.

You will coach operators, drive cycle-time reductions, and maintain compliance with safety and TPM standards while collaborating across shifts and departments to improve processes.

Qualifications

• 5 years CNC machining experience.
• Able to read complex mechanical drawings, GD&T callouts, and process documentation.
• Skilled use of precision inspection tools; understands capability & tolerance stack-ups.
• Effective communicator and trainer; able to influence without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Generate, import, and post CNC programs for HMC, VMC, and turning centers.
• Edit G- and M-code at the control to resolve issues, optimize feeds/speeds, and improve surface finish.
• Perform cycle-time studies and implement reductions via toolpath changes and SMED.
• Train CNC operators on loading programs, setups, tool changes, and inspections.
• Troubleshoot alarms, tool wear, and dimensional drift.

Skills

Team Player

Functional Expert

Detail Oriented

Ability to Make an Impact

Self-Starter

Effective communicator

Education

High School or better

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

Amsted Rail seeks a CNC Specialist to create, optimize, and run CNC programs on HMCs, VMCs, and turning centers using Mastercam. You will perform setups, prove-outs, first articles, and in-process adjustments to meet safety, quality, and productivity targets.

You will coach operators, drive cycle-time reductions, and maintain compliance with safety and TPM standards while collaborating across shifts and departments to improve processes.