CNC Programmer/Set Up Technician
Job in
Carol Stream, DuPage County, Illinois, 60158, USA
Listed on 2026-06-14
Listing for:
Greif
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-14
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
CNC Machinist, Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
CNC programmer / Setup technician to support complex tool room manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities- Independently program, set up, and prove out CNC milling and turning jobs from engineering prints.
- Develop efficient tool paths using Mastercam, including optimization of cycle times and tool life.
- Select tooling, fixtures, and work holding strategies appropriate for tight‑tolerance machining.
- Establish and refine feeds, speeds, and cutting strategies based on material and geometry.
- Troubleshoot and resolve machining, tooling, and program‑related issues in real time.
- Perform first‑piece inspection and in‑process quality verification to ensure parts meet tight tolerances.
- Continuously improve processes related to safety, quality, and machining efficiency.
- Support tool room and production needs with a high level of accountability and ownership.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on CNC programming and setup experience on both milling and turning centers (required)
- Advanced proficiency in Mastercam (required)
- Demonstrates ability to machine precision components with tight tolerances (required)
- Strong blueprint reading skills including GD&T interpretation (required)
- Proven experience troubleshooting and optimizing CNC programs and setups (required)
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced environment (required)
- Tool room or R&D prototype machining experience
- Experience with complex geometries, multi‑operation parts, or tight‑tolerance work.
- Strong understanding of work holding, fixturing, and process planning
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