Onsite CNC Launch Engineer: Process Optimization

HireNow Staffing; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

HireNow Staffing is recruiting a Precision CNC Manufacturing Launch & Process Integration Specialist for a West Chester, PA client. The role bridges CAD/CAM programming, machine setup, process optimization, and production release to drive high-quality output.

The successful candidate will own projects from engineering drawings through first article validation, troubleshooting, and production release, partnering with engineering, machinists, and quality teams to improve cycle times and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated CNC programming experience using CAD/CAM software.
• Hands-on machine setup and production prove-out experience.
• Experience validating first article inspections and production releases.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Proven troubleshooting experience involving CNC machining processes.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations throughout production.
• Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling selection, and process optimization.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop production-ready CNC programs using CAD/CAM software.
• Convert engineering drawings and 3D models into optimized machining strategies.
• Select tooling, fixtures, machining methods, and manufacturing processes for efficient production.
• Perform machine setup, prove-out, and process validation for new production jobs.
• Conduct first article inspections and verify dimensional accuracy against engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production issues while implementing corrective actions.
• Support manufacturing engineering initiatives that improve quality, throughput, and process consistency.
• Collaborate with machinists, programmers, quality personnel, and engineering teams during product launches and engineering changes.
• Optimize cycle times while maintaining product quality and manufacturing standards.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, setup instructions, process improvements, and production support materials.

Skills

CNC programming

Machine setup

First article validation

Blueprint reading

GD&T interpretation

Troubleshooting

Production support

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

HireNow Staffing is recruiting a Precision CNC Manufacturing Launch & Process Integration Specialist for a West Chester, PA client. The role bridges CAD/CAM programming, machine setup, process optimization, and production release to drive high-quality output.

The successful candidate will own projects from engineering drawings through first article validation, troubleshooting, and production release, partnering with engineering, machinists, and quality teams to improve cycle times and