CNC Programmer

Employbridge
  • Port Huron, MI
  • $28–$35 Per Hour
2 days ago

Job Description

CNC Programmer / CNC Machinist – Mold Manufacturing

2nd Shift

$28.00 - $35.00/hour

Monday - Thursday | 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM

We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer/Machinist with a strong background in mold manufacturing and precision machining. This position is ideal for someone who can program, set up, and operate CNC equipment while consistently producing high-quality components to extremely tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

  • Program, set up, and operate CNC machining equipment
  • Manufacture mold components including cavities, cores, slides, lifters, and electrodes
  • Utilize CAM software to generate CNC programs and optimize machining processes
  • Machine hardened tool steels, soft steels, copper, and graphite materials
  • Maintain extremely tight tolerances up to ± .0002"
  • Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
  • Inspect completed parts using precision measuring instruments
  • Troubleshoot machining issues and optimize cutting parameters for quality and efficiency
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the tool room environment

Required Qualifications

  • CNC programming and machining experience

  • Mold manufacturing experience involving cavities, cores, slides, lifters, and electrodes

  • Proven ability to hold tolerances as tight as ± .0002"

  • CNC setup and operation experience

  • CAM-generated programming experience

  • Experience machining hardened tool steels, soft steels, copper, and graphite

  • Strong understanding of:- Speeds and feeds

    • Tool geometry
    • Cutter coatings
    • Material-specific machining strategies
  • Blueprint reading proficiency

  • Precision inspection experience using:- Micrometers

    • Calipers
    • Height gages
    • Indicators
  • Experience working in a mold shop or tool shop environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Mastercam experience
  • PowerMill experience
  • WorkNC experience
  • Tebis experience
  • NX CAM experience
  • EDM programming experience
  • Injection mold building background
  • Automotive tooling experience

Why Apply?

  • Competitive hourly pay
  • Four-day workweek with three-day weekends
  • Opportunity to work on complex, high-precision tooling projects
  • Stable manufacturing environment with advanced machining technologies

Qualified CNC programmers and machinists with mold-making experience are encouraged to apply.

You should be proficient in:

  • CNC Programming
  • CNC Machine Setup & Changeover

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • CAM Software

Numbers & Facts

LocationPort Huron, MI
Salary$28–$35 Per Hour

Skills

  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
  • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
  • Carbon Fiberunmatched
  • Computer Programmingunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Engineering Drawingunmatched
  • Geometryunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Injection Moldingunmatched
  • Machine Toolunmatched
  • Machiningunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • PowerMillunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched

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