CNC Programmer​/Setup Technician

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world’s most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

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034197 CNC Programmer/Setup Technician (Open)

CNC programmer / Setup technician to support complex tool room manufacturing operations.

• 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 GDT 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‑tolerances work.
• Strong understanding of work holding, fixturing, and process planning

The pay range for this position is $26.63 - $45.34. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $32.00 to $35.00. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short‑term incentive.

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one.

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.