CNC Lead Programmer
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CNC Lead Programmer
Jackson, MI
Direct Hire | Full-Time | Onsite
Pay: $35+/hour
Our client is seeking a hands-on CNC Lead Programmer to take ownership of and help transform their CNC department. This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys improving processes, leading a small team, and building a more efficient, lights-out machining environment.
This position will oversee daily CNC operations, programming, setup support, first-piece quality verification, and continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
Position Overview
The CNC Lead Programmer will lead a team of 25 CNC operators while working closely with production leadership to improve efficiency, programming standards, and machining processes. The ideal candidate will have strong CAM programming experience, advanced G-code knowledge, and hands-on experience with both milling and turning environments.
Key Responsibilities
Jackson, MI
Direct Hire | Full-Time | Onsite
Pay: $35+/hour
Our client is seeking a hands-on CNC Lead Programmer to take ownership of and help transform their CNC department. This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys improving processes, leading a small team, and building a more efficient, lights-out machining environment.
This position will oversee daily CNC operations, programming, setup support, first-piece quality verification, and continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
Position Overview
The CNC Lead Programmer will lead a team of 25 CNC operators while working closely with production leadership to improve efficiency, programming standards, and machining processes. The ideal candidate will have strong CAM programming experience, advanced G-code knowledge, and hands-on experience with both milling and turning environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Horizontal and Vertical Mills using AutoDesk Fusion
- Utilize advanced NC Cloud / AI CAM Assist technology
- Support and optimize CNC turning operations using GibbsCAM
- Read, modify, and troubleshoot advanced G-code and macro programming
- Utilize common variables and scheduled programming techniques
- Support tombstone management systems (TMS) for Horizontal Mills
- Lead and mentor a team of 25 CNC operators
- Perform first-piece inspections and ensure department quality standards
- Work closely with supervisors to improve machining efficiency and throughput
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and help build lights-out machining capabilities
- Support setup troubleshooting and machining process improvements
- Strong CNC programming experience in milling and turning environments
- Proficiency with AutoDesk Fusion CAM software
- Experience with GibbsCAM preferred
- Experience with Haas and Okuma controllers required
- Strong understanding of GD&T
- Ability to read and edit advanced G-code and macros
- Experience using precision measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, and bore gauges
- Leadership experience in a manufacturing or machining environment
- Self-motivated mindset with strong problem-solving abilities
- Experience with tombstone management systems is a plus
- Standard manufacturing hours: Monday Thursday, 5:00 AM 3:45 PM
- Leads typically work 5 days per week
- Occasional extended shifts up to 12 hours/day as needed
- Saturdays: 5:00 AM 10:00 AM (minimal overtime recently due to facility efficiency improvements)
