Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Programming

Elgen Staffing; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide machine manufacturer is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with CNC Programming expertise to join their team in Kentucky. The role involves developing CNC programs, ensuring safety standards, and coordinating projects while maintaining quality and performance metrics. Ideal candidates will excel in G code programming and have strong problem-solving skills. This position offers competitive compensation and a chance to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to edit, interpret, and program G code efficiently.
• Knowledge of design techniques and tools for precision production.
• Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain CNC programs for production.
• Coordinate multiple projects and ensure timely operations.
• Support safety and quality compliance in production processes.

Skills

G code programming

Blueprint analysis

Computer software proficiency

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Tools

CREO

MasterCam

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Programming

01/15/2026

Compensation: 65000.-75000. / Annually

Our client, a nationwide machine manufacturer, has an immediate need for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Programming, to join their winning team in Ashland.

Our candidate of choice will be responsible for supporting production operations, including developing CNC programs to support the operation along with ensuring safety, supporting production and on time performance, quality, housekeeping, integrity, attainment of budgeted goals, adherence to company policies, and good employee relations with the production employees. You will coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously and to envision and relate the effects of changes in one area or system to multiple other operating systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and provide CNC programs for the shop Floor.
• Maintain all existing programs, databases’ routings and drawings to be up to current revision levels.
• Set up and maintaining computer manufacturing and production machines.
• Program precision computer equipment according to per-job specifications.
• Read schematics, blueprints, and other documentation.
• Write and maintain inspection and programming logs and manuals.
• Quote all new machined products to include any special tooling, gauging, and fixtures striving to achieve twenty-four-hour responsiveness.
• Coordinate all DCA information and create part routings and maintain systems for all items processed in the Machine Shop and Foundry in the products file.
• Enter all purchased complete items as well as create and enter all part numbers for all outside special QA requirements.
• Create Models in CREO and MasterCam for all parts that require manufacturing toolpath/part programs.
• Correspond with our customers engineering groups relating part Geometry issues/questions CAD data to includes (International Graphics Exchange Systems) step files etc.
• Develop and document all new equipment processes and standards that satisfy the needs of the manufacturing facility.
• Communicate project status and progress on a timely basis.
• Evaluate and assist in implementing cost cutting, productivity, and efficiency methods.
• Direct, lead, and execute strategies to ensure sustainable results that meet or exceed financial and operational targets. Carry out the directives of the Vice President of Operations in a professional and timely manner.
• Contribute to monthly safety, delivery, quality, production, inventory, and financial metrics.
• Prioritize projects and coordinate activities with other shifts and departments and organizations within and outside the organization.
• Align with established operating policies consistent with corporate vision and mission.
• Create safety awareness by actively observing, auditing, and coaching safe work behaviors and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Ensure proper execution of policies and procedures within areas of responsibility.
• Must have good attendance and be reliable.
• Support operations by filling in for production supervisors when necessary.
• All other duties as assigned.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to edit, interpret, and program G code efficiently.
• Analyze job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, printed circuit board pattern films, and design data to calculate dimensions, tool selection, machine speeds, and feed rates.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and senior managers, as well as employees.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and secure information from established data processing, spreadsheet, word processing, database and graphics programs.
• Ability to express ideas and communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Understanding of plant equipment and production process.
• Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
• Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Management of Employee Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job

Please apply today to be one of the first candidates considered for the role!