Senior CNC Programmer – 5-Axis & Process Optimization

General Plastics Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

General Plastics Inc in Milwaukee seeks a skilled CNC Programmer to design, program, and optimize 5-axis parts. You will create process sheets, fixtures, and first article reports, coordinating with QC and production to meet customer needs.

The role requires 3+ years CNC programming, Surfcam/Mastercam proficiency, and strong blueprint reading. You will drive cycle-time reductions and train setup personnel in a demanding shop.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years CNC programming experience.
• 5-axis programming skills required.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC process sheets and work instructions for programmed parts.
• Program CNC jobs and complete first article reports.
• Collaborate with QC to ensure in-process checks and quality.
• Support production with priorities for customer and workflow.
• Train CNC setup personnel and improve setup turnover.
• Back up files monthly and manage engineering files/blueprints.

Skills

5 Axis programming

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Surfcam

Mastercam

CAD experience

Job description

General Plastics Inc in Milwaukee seeks a skilled CNC Programmer to design, program, and optimize 5-axis parts. You will create process sheets, fixtures, and first article reports, coordinating with QC and production to meet customer needs.

The role requires 3+ years CNC programming, Surfcam/Mastercam proficiency, and strong blueprint reading. You will drive cycle-time reductions and train setup personnel in a demanding shop.