Senior CNC Programmer: Mastercam Tooling & Precision

6 Degrees Search; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

6 Degrees Search is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to join a precision manufacturing team focused on tooling production from concept through completion.

In this role you will program, operate, and mentor in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with engineering to optimize processes and ensure high-quality tooling for injection molding and related applications. Strong Mastercam CAM experience is preferred, with attention to detail and safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of advanced manufacturing experience.
• 3 years CAM programming experience.
• Associates degree or CNC certification preferred.
• Mastercam experience strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to improve tooling designs and processes.
• Use Mastercam to generate G-code for CNC operations.
• Design work-holding fixtures or select appropriate solutions.
• Maintain a tooling center tool library database.
• Set tooling and determine speeds/feeds for efficiency and quality.
• Interpret blueprints and CAD models to support machining.
• Set up and calibrate CNC machines for production runs.
• Operate CNC machines to produce precision components.
• Perform in-process inspections with calipers and micrometers.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area.
• Support continuous improvement and new technology opportunities.
• Mentor machinists and share knowledge to improve capabilities.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprints reading

SolidWorks CSWA

Problem-solving

Metallurgy knowledge

Multi-axis machining

Foundry tooling experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or CNC certification

5+ years advanced manufacturing experience

3 years CAM programming experience

Tools

Mastercam

CAD software

SolidWorks

Job description

6 Degrees Search is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to join a precision manufacturing team focused on tooling production from concept through completion.

In this role you will program, operate, and mentor in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with engineering to optimize processes and ensure high-quality tooling for injection molding and related applications. Strong Mastercam CAM experience is preferred, with attention to detail and safety.