Senior CNC Programmer - Precision Foundry Tooling

Sora Resource Group; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sora Resource Group in Iowa is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join a precision manufacturing team focused on advanced machining, CAM programming, and tooling development from concept through completion.

You will program, operate, and set up CNC machines, mentor teammates, and collaborate with engineers to optimize processes, ensure quality, and continuously improve tooling production for injection molding applications.

Qualifications

• 5 years of advanced manufacturing experience required.
• 3 years of verifiable CAM programming experience required.
• Associate degree or CNC certification preferred.
• 5+ years of advanced manufacturing experience with CAM experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to improve tooling designs and processes.
• Use Mastercam to generate G-code programs for CNC machining operations.
• Design work-holding fixtures or select appropriate purchased work-holding solutions.
• Build and maintain a departmental tool library database.
• Select tooling and determine optimal speeds and feeds to maximize efficiency and quality output.
• Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings to support machining operations.
• Set up and calibrate CNC machines for production runs.
• Operate CNC machining equipment to produce precision components.
• Monitor machining processes to ensure specifications and quality standards.
• Perform in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work environment.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying process enhancements and new technology opportunities.
• Stay current with advancements in CAD/CAM, tooling, machining, and work-holding technologies.
• Mentor Tooling Center machinists and team members.
• Provide training and knowledge sharing to improve team capability.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

CAD/CAM Mastercam

Multi-axis machining

Metallurgy / foundry tooling

Mathematics (trigonometry, geometry)

Problem-solving & analytical

Mentoring / training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or CNC certification

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks CSWA

Job description

Sora Resource Group in Iowa is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join a precision manufacturing team focused on advanced machining, CAM programming, and tooling development from concept through completion.

You will program, operate, and set up CNC machines, mentor teammates, and collaborate with engineers to optimize processes, ensure quality, and continuously improve tooling production for injection molding applications.