Senior CNC Programmer

Emerson•Elyria, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

If you are a Senior CNC Programmer professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting role for you! In this position, you will develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for a variety of machining equipment, including vertical and horizontal machining centers, traditional and Swiss-style lathes, and multi-axis Mill-Turn machines. You will leverage advanced CAM software to create efficient, precise, and reliable programs that meet production and quality requirements while minimizing machine downtime. This role offers the chance to collaborate across engineering, production, and quality teams to drive process improvements and ensure the highest standards of efficiency and performance. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: In this job Develop and optimize CNC programs using CAM software for a wide range of machining equipment. Interpret technical drawings, 3D models, and specifications to create accurate programs that meet design and tolerancing requirements. Partner with engineering and production teams to ensure manufacturability and efficient machining processes, including fixture and tooling support. Evaluate and improve toolpaths, cycle times, and setups to reduce waste and enhance productivity. Validate and test programs through first-article inspection and machine trials. Troubleshoot and resolve programming and machining issues, providing technical support to operators and engineers. Maintain and document a library of CNC programs, tooling setups, and machining parameters. Stay current on advancements in machining technologies and CAM software to drive continuous improvement. Perform other duties as assigned. Who You Are: You identify and create the processes vital to get work done. You come up with useful ideas that are new, better, or unique. You maintain a positive attitude despite adversity. You identify and seize new opportunities. For This Role, You Will Need: Two (2) year technical degree plus five (5) years related experience (intern/co-op experience will be considered) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Appropriate knowledge, demonstrated competence, and experience in manufacturing machining technologies and related industries . CNC programming experience with a 3D CAM software (examples: Esprit, EdgeCAM, MasterCAM, GibbsCAM, TopSolid, etc). Understanding of machine controllers and general setup and operation of CNC lathes and machining centers. Understanding of G&M code . Ability to recognize and solve simple and complex problems in manufacturing. Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart: General understanding of macro CNC programming and probing techniques. Experience with solid modeling software (e.g., SolidWorks) and related tools. Experience with CNC machining fixture design. Experience with Vericut simulation software. Understanding of Design for Manufacturing and Automation. Practitioner of LEAN manufacturing and application of LEAN tools. Good organizational, project management, and presentation skills to interact with all levels within the organization and with suppliers and customers. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Ability to work independently without supervision. Ability to collaborate on a cross-functional team. Our Culture & Commitment to You: At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. About Our Location (Elyria): Since the invention of the modern pipe wrench in 1923, the 25-acre RIDGID world headquarters in Elyria, OH has been developing tools that help trades professionals tackle jobs faster, safer, and more accurately. Today, more than 600 employees work in 734K sq. ft. of office and manufacturing space. The campus is also home to a factory tool service center and a state-of-the-art “schoolhouse” training center that educates and trains hundreds of tradespersons annually. In addition to the iconic wrench, the campus manufactures RIDGID battery hydraulic tools, pipe and electrical tools, and drain cleaning components, as well as Greenlee step bits and knock-out tools. Emerson’s Professional Tools business provides the industry’s broadest portfolio of advanced, reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades. #LI-BC3

Requirements

Two (2) year technical degree plus five (5) years related experience (intern/co-op experience will be considered) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Appropriate knowledge, demonstrated competence, and experience in manufacturing machining technologies and related industries .
CNC programming experience with a 3D CAM software (examples: Esprit, EdgeCAM, MasterCAM, GibbsCAM, TopSolid, etc).
Understanding of machine controllers and general setup and operation of CNC lathes and machining centers.
Understanding of G&M code .
Ability to recognize and solve simple and complex problems in manufacturing.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

General understanding of macro CNC programming and probing techniques.
Experience with solid modeling software (e.g., SolidWorks) and related tools.
Experience with CNC machining fixture design.
Experience with Vericut simulation software.
Understanding of Design for Manufacturing and Automation.
Practitioner of LEAN manufacturing and application of LEAN tools.
Good organizational, project management, and presentation skills to interact with all levels within the organization and with suppliers and customers.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently without supervision.
Ability to collaborate on a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize CNC programs using CAM software for a wide range of machining equipment.
Interpret technical drawings, 3D models, and specifications to create accurate programs that meet design and tolerancing requirements.
Partner with engineering and production teams to ensure manufacturability and efficient machining processes, including fixture and tooling support.
Evaluate and improve toolpaths, cycle times, and setups to reduce waste and enhance productivity.
Validate and test programs through first-article inspection and machine trials.
Troubleshoot and resolve programming and machining issues, providing technical support to operators and engineers.
Maintain and document a library of CNC programs, tooling setups, and machining parameters.
Stay current on advancements in machining technologies and CAM software to drive continuous improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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