CNC Shop Leader: 5-Axis Mastercam & Team Growth

PTS Advance; Montgomeryville (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PTS Advance in Montgomeryville, PA is seeking a hands-on CNC Manager to lead our machining department, drive production performance, maintain quality, and develop the team. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise in Mastercam programming and 5-axis machining with proven leadership experience.

This role oversees daily machining operations, leads CNC machinists and programmers, and drives continuous improvement across programming, setup, production scheduling, and process

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in CNC machining or precision manufacturing.
• Advanced proficiency in Mastercam including simultaneous 5-axis toolpath programming.
• Strong understanding of CNC machine operation, setup, workholding, tooling, and cutting tool technology.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, 3D CAD models, and GD&T requirements.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and bore gauges.
• Working knowledge of G-code and CNC controls such as Fanuc and Haas.
• Demonstrated ability to manage production schedules, meet deadlines, and lead teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, and supervise CNC machinists, operators, and programmers across one or more shifts.
• Establish production priorities, conduct daily meetings, and maintain accountability for safety, quality, and delivery.
• Train and mentor team members in programming, setup, machine operation, and machining best practices.
• Support hiring, performance evaluations, and employee development.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Develop, edit, and optimize Mastercam programs for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling, including simultaneous 5-axis and 3+2 machining.
• Support CNC turning and mill-turn operations as needed.
• Optimize toolpaths, fixturing strategies, and tooling selections to improve cycle times, efficiency, and part quality.
• Verify programs using simulation and machine verification tools to reduce collisions, scrap, and rework.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, 3D CAD models, and GD&T requirements.
• Troubleshoot machining issues involving setups, offsets, tool wear, tolerances, and surface finishes.
• Support new product introductions, first-article inspections, and process documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Mastercam

5-axis machining

GDT interpretation

Problem solving

Communication

Scheduling

Education

Technical degree or certification in machining

Tools

Mastercam

CMM programming

ERP/MRP systems

Post-processor editing

Job description

PTS Advance in Montgomeryville, PA is seeking a hands-on CNC Manager to lead our machining department, drive production performance, maintain quality, and develop the team. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise in Mastercam programming and 5-axis machining with proven leadership experience.

This role oversees daily machining operations, leads CNC machinists and programmers, and drives continuous improvement across programming, setup, production scheduling, and process