Mastercam Programmer – $45/hr + Profit Sharing (Flexible 1st Shift)

Mastercam Programmer – $45/hr + Profit Sharing (Flexible 1st Shift)

• Mastercam Expert with a BSME or Technical Diploma (or 4+ years of high-level experience) to develop complex, from-scratch programs for our global attachment line is a requirement
• Own the full production lifecycle—from 3D data analysis to custom jig and fixture design—in a 100% onsite role
• Flexible 1st Shift: Typically 6:00 am – 2:00 pm (Monday – Friday) with flexible start times available (7:00 am or 8:00 am)
• Off-Shift Opportunities: 2nd Shift (+$1/hr differential) and 3rd Shift (+$2/hr differential) are also available
• Pay is up to $45.00 per hour based on technical expertise, plus Profit Sharing
• Full Benefits Package
• Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder
• No remote as this is a 100% onsite position
• Full-time, Permanent W-2 employee
• Located in the Duluth, MN area

This full-time, permanent Mastercam Programmer career opportunity is with a premier, attachment manufacturer. A global leader in the scrap recycling, construction, and demolition industries, fueled by a relentless commitment to innovation. This is a "people-first" culture where excellence is celebrated and longevity is the norm. If you are a highly technical machinist looking for a stable, family-oriented home where you are encouraged to grow and promoted from within, this is the perfect opportunity.

The successful candidate's duties and responsibilities will encompass the following:

• Develop and optimize manufacturing methods, tooling strategies, and complex CNC programs from scratch using Mastercam
• Analyze job orders, blueprints, and 3D data to determine the ideal sequence of operations and tool selection for new and special components
• Maintain the CNC program and router database, ensuring all product data is accurately stored by machine process and type
• Support manufacturing operations by identifying and resolving production issues related to setup, tooling, and programming in real-time
• Participate in the design of custom jigs and fixtures to maximize throughput and ensure 100% quality compliance
• Lead Lean manufacturing initiatives and perform time studies to evaluate effectiveness against production and setup standards
• Collaborate with design engineering to ensure manufacturing processes are optimized for maximum efficiency and quality

The background of the successful candidate must include the following:

• Strong programming experience in a CNC manufacturing environment; you must be proficient in writing computer programs from scratch using Mastercam
• Advanced technical skills in blueprint reading, GD&T, and the use of precision measuring tools
• Tooling and process development background; experience with 5-axis machining or Visual Basic programming is a significant plus
• A stable and reliable work history; our client is highly selective and seeks long-term partners (no "job hoppers" with new roles every two years)
• Critical thinking and logic skills to troubleshoot complex machining problems and mentor junior staff
• Being a US citizen or Green Card holder