CNC Specialist

Jobtailor; Mount Sterling (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to setup and operate Lathe and Milling cells, optimize tooling and tooling life, and collaborate with engineering on new tooling. The role emphasizes training, documentation, and process improvements across shifts.

The candidate should have a CAM/CNC programming diploma or 10+ years’ experience, with strong knowledge of Turning, Boring, Milling, Drilling, and Tapping cycles, and be able to work flexible shifts to support all production stages.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in CAM/CNC Programming or 10+ years’ experience with Lathes and setting them up.
• In-depth understanding of Turning, Boring, Milling, Drilling and Tapping cycles.
• CNC machine operating, programming and process development.
• Good behavior, team player, good communicator.
• Ability to work flexible schedule to support all shifts.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines for Lathe or Milling cells as scheduled.
• Create or edit CNC programs to optimize machine utilization, tooling, product quality, and setup times.
• Set up and run Lathes or Mills as directed by the supervisor.
• Complete and maintain CNC program documentation.
• Warm up machines early and top up coolants/oils, reporting issues to supervisor.
• Stay 30 minutes into the afternoon shift to assist with training or setup issues.
• Handle after-hours support calls for the afternoon shift until 7 p.m.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities, optimize tool life, and tooling arrangements.
• Train employees on new processes and new hires.
• Manage consumable tooling stock levels and remove obsolete tools from inventory with Production Manager.
• Link engineering and production and maintain communication with shop personnel.
• Enhance older programs with improved tooling to machine parts faster.
• Lead development and maintenance of part-specific tooling lists.
• Work with Engineering on First Article parts and new tooling.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.

Skills

CNC Programming

CNC Machine Operating

Lathe Setup

Milling Operation

Turning

Boring

Drilling

Tapping

Tool Life Optimization

Program Documentation

Tooling Arrangement

Good Communicator

Team Player

Training Skills

Flexible Schedule

Education

Diploma/Degree in CAM/CNC Programming

Tools

CNC Machines

Job description

• Setup and operate CNC machines by following appropriate schedules for Lathe or Milling cells.
• Create or edit efficient CNC programs to optimize machine utilization, tooling arrangements, product quality, and setup times.
• Set up and run Lathes or Mills as directed by the supervisor.
• Complete and maintain CNC program documentation.
• Warm up machines 30 minutes early each day and top up coolants/oils, reporting deficiencies to the Supervisor.
• Stay 30 minutes into the afternoon shift to assist with training or setup issues.
• Take after-hours support calls for the afternoon shift until 7 p.m.
• Identify and report cost-reduction opportunities, including optimizing and programming tool life.
• Train employees on new processes and new hires.
• Manage consumable tooling stock levels and remove obsolete tools from inventory with the Production Manager.
• Link engineering and production and maintain communication with shop personnel.
• Enhance older programs using improved tooling to machine parts faster.
• Lead development and maintenance of part‑specific tooling lists.
• Work with Engineering on First Article parts and new tooling.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree or equivalent in CAM/CNC Programming or 10 plus years’ experience with Lathes and setting them up.
• Must have in-depth understanding of manufacturing processes such as Turning, Boring, Milling, Drilling and Tapping cycles.
• CNC machine operating, programming and process development.
• Good behavior, team player, good communicator.
• Ability to work flexible schedule to support all shifts.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in CNC machine operation and programming, with a strong focus on optimizing manufacturing processes and tooling arrangements. Capable of training personnel and enhancing production efficiency through process improvement initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• CNC Programming
• CNC Machine Operating
• Manufacturing Processes
• Lathe Setup
• Process Improvement

Hard Skills

• CNC Programming
• Lathe Operation
• Milling Operation
• Turning
• Boring
• Drilling
• Tapping
• Tool Life Optimization
• Program Documentation
• Tooling Arrangement

Soft Skills

• Good Communicator
• Team Player
• Training Skills
• Flexible Schedule

Certifications & Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in CAM/CNC Programming

Industry Keywords

• CNC Machines
• Manufacturing Processes
• Process Development