CNC Programmer & Toolmaker
Join a Team That Builds Solutions, Not Just Parts
Dayton Parts is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer & Toolmaker to support our Harrisburg manufacturing operation. This is not a repetitive production machining role. We are looking for a hands-on machining professional who enjoys programming, building, repairing, and improving tooling and equipment that directly impacts manufacturing performance.
In this role, you'll partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams to manufacture custom components, develop tooling solutions, troubleshoot production challenges, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
If you take pride in solving problems, creating precision components, and seeing your work make an immediate impact on production, we'd like to hear from you.
Shift Options
- 2nd Shift: Monday – Thursday, 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- 3rd Shift: Sunday – Thursday, 10:30 PM – 6:30 AM
What You'll Do
- Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture custom parts, fixtures, tooling, and production components.
- Write, edit, and troubleshoot CNC programs independently using G-Code and machine controls.
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T requirements, and specifications to produce precision components.
- Design, build, modify, and repair tooling, fixtures, jigs, and manufacturing aids that support production operations.
- Perform machine setups, tooling selection, offset adjustments, and prove-out of new programs.
- Manufacture replacement parts for equipment repairs and plant improvement projects.
- Utilize manual machining equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses, and saws as required.
- Inspect completed work using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges.
- Troubleshoot machining issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Partner with Engineering and Maintenance teams on process improvements and equipment upgrades.
- Maintain accurate production, quality, and maintenance documentation.
- Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- CNC programming experience with the ability to independently write and modify programs.
- CNC lathe experience required.
- Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T.
- Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling, speeds, feeds, and material properties.
- Experience using precision measuring instruments.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
- Toolmaker, Tool & Die, Maintenance Machinist, or Tool Room experience.
- Experience fabricating custom fixtures, jigs, and tooling.
- Welding and fabrication experience.
- CAD/CAM software experience.
- Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial production environments.
Why Dayton Parts?
At Dayton Parts, you'll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects that directly support the manufacturing of heavy-duty truck components. Your expertise will help drive equipment reliability, process improvements, and operational success across the facility.
This is an opportunity for an experienced machining professional who wants more than simply loading parts into a machine—it is a chance to solve problems, build solutions, and make a measurable impact every day.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience in programming CNC machines/lathe?
Work Location: In person
