Senior CNC Programmer / Process Engineer (Swiss & Multi-Axis Turning)
Full-Time | Grand Rapids, MI (Onsite)
$95,000 – $105,000 DOE | Full Benefits | Direct Hire
This organization is a modern, privately held precision manufacturing company known for producing complex, tight-tolerance components across a diverse set of regulated and industrial markets, including aerospace, medical devices, automotive systems, agriculture, energy, and electronic controls.
With decades of manufacturing experience, the company has grown steadily by investing in advanced machining technology, continuous process improvement, and skilled people. The culture emphasizes accountability, collaboration, initiative, and craftsmanship—paired with a strong commitment to safety, quality, on-time delivery, and operational excellence.
This newly created role supports ongoing expansion and the company’s long-term strategy to remain at the forefront of precision machining and high-performance manufacturing.
What You’ll Do
- Create, refine, and maintain CNC programs for Swiss-style and multi-axis lathes
- Use CAD/CAM tools such as Esprit and/or Mastercam
- Read complex blueprints and apply GD&T to develop efficient machining strategies
- Select tooling, workholding, and fixturing to improve accuracy, quality, and throughput
- Support first-article inspections and partner with Quality to meet customer and aerospace standards
- Troubleshoot machining and programming issues to reduce downtime and scrap
- Support setup technicians and operators with hands-on training and best practices
- Lead continuous improvement efforts focused on cycle time, tooling performance, and process stability
- Maintain accurate documentation, including programs, setup sheets, tooling lists, and process standards
- Support a safe, organized, and professional manufacturing environment
What We’re Looking For
- 3+ years of CNC programming experience with strong lathe experience
- Hands-on Swiss-style CNC lathe experience
- Ability to be productive quickly in a Swiss machining environment
- Experience with Esprit and/or Mastercam
- Strong G-code and M-code knowledge
- Ability to read complex prints and apply GD&T
- Experience machining materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium
- Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to solve problems independently
- Ability to work well with production, quality, and engineering teams
- Experience taking projects from print to program to production
Nice to Have
- Aerospace and/or medical manufacturing experience
- High-mix / low-volume or job-shop experience
- ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 experience
- Experience improving cycle time, scrap, tooling performance, or uptime
- Technical certifications or formal CNC training
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- Associate degree or technical certification in machining or manufacturing technology (preferred)
Compensation & Benefits (Start Day 1)
- FREE Health Insurance
- FREE Dental Insurance
- FREE Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- 4 weeks PTO
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional development assistance
- Employee referral program
- Merit-based increases
Equal Opportunity Statement
MOHR Talent is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at [email protected].
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