CNC Programmer – Multi-Axis Machining & Custom Fixturing

CNC Programmer – Multi-Axis Machining & Custom Fixturing

Up to $45.00/Hour + Shift Premiums
• Duluth, MN / Superior, WI Area
• Direct-Hire

Compensation:
Up to $45.00/Hour Starting Baseline (scaling with technical Mastercam depth) + Shift Differentials (+$1.00 to +$2.00/hr) + Overtime Eligibility + Full Benefits

Schedule:

Flexible 1st Shift (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, or 8:00 AM starts) | Off-shift options available

Software &

Skills:

Mastery of Mastercam for multi-axis programming from scratch, 3D CAD data analysis, blueprint/GD&T literacy, and custom fixture design

Experience:

4+ years of independent Mastercam programming experience, OR a formal Technical Degree/BSME with high-level Mastercam proficiency

Role Highlights:
High-autonomy, engineering-focused seat owning full program development, work holding design, and DFM reviews alongside Design Engineering

Requirements: US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within a comfortable daily commute of the Duluth, MN / Superior, WI area

If you are an elite CNC programmer seeking to transition from repetitive production tracking and fixes, this engineering role provides complete process ownership. The company is a globally known leader in heavy demolition and scrap attachment production. They foster a family-like atmosphere where technical skills are valued, offering an advanced shop floor environment free of corporate red tape.

In this impactful position, you will oversee the entire production cycle—developing intricate, multi-axis Mastercam programs, creating custom work holding jigs and fixtures, and collaborating closely with Design Engineering on DFM reviews. It is an excellent opportunity for a skilled programmer looking for long-term stability, a supportive team, and a workplace where employees stay for years, not months.

• Develop, validate, and improve complex CNC programs using Mastercam for multi-axis machining and turning.
• Analyze 3D CAD data, job orders, and prints to establish sequences, select cutting tools, and determine speeds and feeds.
• Create custom work holding jigs and fixtures for precise part placement and enhanced machine efficiency.
• Maintain the central CNC program database, ensuring accurate routing and program files across machine centers.
• Provide engineering support on the shop floor, troubleshooting setups, tooling issues, and machining challenges with production machinists.
• Lead process optimization efforts, analyzing cycle times, refining tool paths, and minimizing material waste.

• 4+ years of Mastercam programming experience OR a BSME / Technical Degree with strong Mastercam skills.
• Firm grasp of Multi-Axis Machining:
  In-depth knowledge of tool selection, speeds/feeds, and complex process development (5-axis exposure or Visual Basic macro knowledge is a bonus).
• Technical Proficiency:
  Advanced ability in blueprint interpretation, GD&T use, and precision inspection techniques.
• Diagnostic
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong analytical abilities for troubleshooting machining issues and supporting setup personnel.
• Career Stability:
  Consistent employment history showing long-term commitment and technical growth.
• Local Proximity:
  Living within a reliable daily commute of the Greater Duluth, MN / Superior, WI area.