CNC Programmer – 3rd Shift

Linked Professional Services•Utica, MI

30d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to support production and maintenance operations with a focus on CNC machining support, programming, tooling, troubleshooting, and process improvements. The CNC Programmer will work closely with Engineering, Maintenance, and Production to improve machining processes, support new product launches, maintain CNC programs and tooling, and help optimize machine capabilities and efficiency.

Requirements

CNC programming experience, including program modifications
Experience with CNC tooling improvements and troubleshooting
Working knowledge of CNC machine control panels
Ability to troubleshoot CNC machines, programs, tooling, and work-holding
High school diploma or GED required
Detail-oriented approach to programming, tooling, troubleshooting, and process improvement

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting CNC setups and new product launches
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
Working knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria
Technical trade or manufacturing education preferred
Some college education preferred
Ability to work independently and support production, engineering, and maintenance teams

Responsibilities

Support and promote Lean Manufacturing principles
Participate in Elimination of Waste Team meetings
Support company production goals and objectives
Collaborate with Engineering to write and update operator instructions
Train team leaders on CNC setup, program repairs, tooling, and machine troubleshooting
Modify CNC programs and implement tooling improvements
Investigate and implement CNC machining process improvements to optimize machine capability and efficiency
Support production and assembly department goals
Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas and equipment
Lead preventative maintenance tasks, corrective actions, and equipment improvements within assembly operations
Support new product launches from setup through first-off production in coordination with Engineering and Maintenance
Support Engineering with tooling and work-holding requirements during APQP
Replace or repair damaged tooling and work-holding equipment for CNC machines
Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout and electrical safe work practices
Utilize computers, printers, calculators, machinery control panels, and related equipment
Perform wastewater handling duties after completing required training
Support production readiness activities