Senior CNC Programmer - Mastercam & Multi-Axis Expert

Pinnacle Partners, Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Partners, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN seeks an experienced CNC Programmer to support high-mix, low-volume manufacturing.

The role focuses on DFМ feedback, manufacturing plans, and CNC programming using Mastercam, with heavy involvement on the shop floor later in the process to optimize parts and processes. The candidate will read and interpret drawings with GD&T, select tooling and strategies, improve cycle times, and drive cost reductions through continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years CNC programming in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Mastercam and multi-axis programming.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements.
• Proven ability to determine optimal tooling, workholding, speeds, feeds, and machining strategies.
• Experience performing quality inspections using precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate incoming jobs and provide DFM recommendations to improve quality, manufacturability, and cost effectiveness.
• Develop manufacturing processes, work instructions, and production plans for new and existing parts.
• Generate, optimize, and maintain CNC programs using Mastercam.
• Collaborate closely with production personnel to improve machining efficiency, reduce cycle times, and enhance product quality.
• Support and troubleshoot CNC programs, machining processes, tooling, fixturing, and equipment issues.
• Conduct and support first-article inspections and quality verification activities.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, workholding solutions, speeds, feeds, and machining strategies for optimal production performance.
• Create, document, and maintain standard work procedures and machining best practices.
• Support first-piece production runs and provide technical guidance to operators as needed.
• Work within a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment producing a wide variety of parts and components.
• Partner with production and leadership teams on continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Skills

Mastercam

Multi-axis machining

GD&T reading

Lean manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate's Degree in Machine Tool Technology

Tools

Amada Fab

Sheet metal CAM

Haas equipment

Job description

Pinnacle Partners, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN seeks an experienced CNC Programmer to support high-mix, low-volume manufacturing.

The role focuses on DFМ feedback, manufacturing plans, and CNC programming using Mastercam, with heavy involvement on the shop floor later in the process to optimize parts and processes. The candidate will read and interpret drawings with GD&T, select tooling and strategies, improve cycle times, and drive cost reductions through continuous improvement initiatives.