POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior CNC Programmer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving CNC programs and machining-related routing operations to support safe, predictable, and cost-effective production.
This role supports vertical machining centers, horizontal machining centers, and CNC lathes. The position plays a key role in maintaining accurate cycle times, routing integrity, and process consistency within JD Edwards.
This is a hands-on programming position in a high-mix, low- to medium-volume machining environment.
KEY POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
CNC Programming
- Develop and maintain CNC programs using Edgecam.
- Program 4-axis CNC lathes, vertical mills, and horizontal machining centers.
- Lead first-piece prove-outs and validate setup and cycle times.
- Optimize feeds, speeds, and tooling strategies.
- Support machinists during setup and troubleshoot machining issues.
- Maintain consistent, repeatable machining processes.
Routing & ERP Accuracy
- Update, create, and maintain machining-related routers in JD Edwards, including:
o Operation sequencing
o Work center assignments
o Setup and cycle time standards
o Machining notes
- Ensure routing accuracy supports scheduling and capacity planning.
- Update machining instructions through the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process when required.
Process Improvement
- Improve cycle time consistency.
- Reduce scrap and rework through programming discipline.
- Standardize machining practices across similar part families.
- Support continued development of ill-only routing strategies.
- Identify opportunities to improve unattended mill operation where feasible.
SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Required Qualifications
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5+ years of CNC programming experience in a production manufacturing environment.
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Strong Edgecam programming experience.
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Experience programming:
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4-axis CNC lathes
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Vertical machining centers
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Horizontal machining centers
- Experience working with CNC controls (Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Mori Seiki type controls).
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Experience maintaining machining routers within JD Edwards or a similar ERP system.
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Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
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Prior hands-on machinist experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience in oil & gas, compressor, or heavy industrial components.
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Experience improving setup time and cycle time consistency.
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Experience supporting routing standardization initiatives.
EDUCATION:
Associate’s degree in manufacturing or related field or equivalent related work experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or up to 5 pounds constantly to move objects.
