Senior CNC Programmer

IDEX; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEX is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer to develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for high-quality precision machining. You will work with Engineering, Production, Quality and Machining to ensure safe, efficient processes and cost-effective operations.

Responsibilities include toolpath validation, tooling selection, process documentation, and training machinists. Strong CAD/CAM and G-Code skills, 8+ years CNC experience, and familiarity with ESPRIT/Mastercam/NX are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software and CNC machining processes.
• Strong understanding of G-Code, M-Code, GD&T, tooling, feeds and speeds, and machine setup.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with 8+ years CNC programming.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, verify, and maintain CNC programs using CAD/CAM software.
• Generate and validate toolpaths through simulation and production support.
• Own tooling selection and optimization, including cutting tools and speeds.
• Develop machining strategies, tooling, workholding, setups, and process documentation.
• Support new product introductions, process development, and production readiness.
• Troubleshoot programming, tooling, setup, and machining issues to minimize downtime.
• Train and mentor machinists on programming and best practices.
• Support continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and safety initiatives.

Skills

CAD/CAM software

G-Code & M-Code

GD&T

feeds and speeds

machine setup

engineering drawings reading

Education

Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology

Engineering Technology related field preferred

Tools

ESPRIT

Mastercam

Siemens NX

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Vericut

ERP/MRP system

Job description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

Position Summary

The Senior CNC Programmer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining CNC machining programs to support the efficient production of high-quality precision-machined components. This role serves as a technical resource for machining processes, tooling selection, programming standards, process improvement initiatives, and shop floor support. The position works closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Machining personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create, modify, verify, and maintain CNC programs using CAD/CAM software.
• Generate and validate toolpaths through simulation, prove-out, and production support activities.
• Own tooling selection and optimization, including cutting tools, feeds and speeds, tool life improvements, and evaluation of new tooling technologies.
• Develop machining strategies, tooling, work holding, setups, and process documentation.
• Support new product introductions, process development, and production readiness.
• Troubleshoot programming, tooling, setup, and machining issues to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to improve manufacturing performance.
• Recommend tooling, fixturing, and process improvements to increase quality, efficiency, and throughput.
• Maintain program revisions, setup sheets, work instructions, and related documentation.
• Train and mentor machinists on programming, machining techniques, and best practices.
• Support continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, quality, and safety initiatives.
• Conduct time studies or create estimates for machine/cycle times and update routing information for accurate product costing.

Education/ Experience:

• Required: Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred. 8+ years of CNC programming experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience programming complex milling, turning, and multi-axis machining operations. 5+ years of CAM programming experience
• Preferred: Working knowledge of ESPRIT system. Experience with Mastercam, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and/or Vericut. Fixture and workholding design experience. ERP/MRP system experience.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software and CNC machining processes.
• Strong understanding of G-Code, M-Code, GD&T, tooling, feeds and speeds, and machine setup.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and training skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing documentation systems.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

Exposure to a manufacturing environment. Noise levels may vary from moderate office environment to noisy/loud in the plant area. Proper use of safety equipment such as steel-toed shoes, goggles, safety glasses, gloves, aprons and face shield must be observed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Travel:

10%

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world? IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants:

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