CNC Progammer II Advance

# CNC Programmer II – Advanced
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* Location:

** Waukesha, WI  
** Salary:** $85,000–$105,600 annually  
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* Schedule:

** 1st Shift, Monday–Friday  
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* Employment Type:

** Full-Time, Exempt##

Position Overview Are you an experienced CNC Programmer who thrives on precision, advanced machining, and solving complex manufacturing challenges? Join an innovative manufacturing team where you’ll transform complex engineering blueprints into high-precision components for demanding industrial applications.

As a
** CNC Programmer II – Advanced**, you will develop, test, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC programs for a variety of turning and machining equipment, including Swiss, vertical turning machines (VTM), and horizontal turning centers. You’ll work closely with Engineering, Machinists, and Setup Operators to ensure programs meet customer specifications, improve production efficiency, and deliver consistent, high-quality results.

This role is ideal for a technical expert who enjoys programming complex components, optimizing machining processes, and turning raw materials into precision-engineered products.##

Key Responsibilities
* ** Advanced CNC Programming:
** Develop, edit, test, and optimize complex CNC programs for multi-axis turning centers featuring live tooling, sub-spindles, twin turrets, Y-axis, and B-axis configurations.
* ** CAD/CAM Programming:
** Utilize Mastercam and Solid Works to create and optimize machining programs for lathes and other CNC equipment.
* ** Process Optimization:
** Select appropriate tooling, cutting speeds, feeds, and work holding fixtures to maximize efficiency, improve performance, and minimize tool wear.
* ** Blueprint Interpretation:
** Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and 3D models, applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) to ensure dimensional accuracy.
* ** Program Testing and Validation:
** Test and prove out programs on the shop floor, determining the most effective programming and machining methods for specific applications.
* ** Troubleshooting:
** Diagnose programming and machining issues, including troubleshooting G-code and M-code at machine controllers.
* ** Continuous Improvement:
** Identify and implement opportunities to reduce cycle times, improve part quality, and optimize manufacturing processes.
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* Cross-Functional Collaboration:

** Partner with Engineering to understand customer requirements and expectations while working with Machinists and Setup Operators to resolve production challenges.
* ** Material and Tooling Selection:
** Apply knowledge of metallurgy and tooling requirements when programming components made from challenging, high-wear materials.
* ** Quality and Process Control:
** Ensure machining programs consistently meet engineering specifications, quality requirements, and customer expectations.##

Required Qualifications
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* Experience:

** At least 10 years of CNC programming experience in a high-precision manufacturing environment with ISO 9001 accreditation.
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* Education:

** Technical apprenticeship, journeyman card, associate degree, or technical diploma.
* ** CAD/CAM Software:
** Advanced proficiency in Mastercam and Solid Works.
* ** Blueprint Reading:
** Expert ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and apply GD&T standards.
* ** CNC Programming:
** Strong experience developing, modifying, testing, and optimizing CNC programs.
* ** Machining Knowledge:
** Thorough understanding of tooling, feeds, speeds, work holding, and machining processes.
* ** Materials Expertise:
** Strong knowledge of metallurgy and tooling requirements for machining high-wear materials.
* ** Troubleshooting:
** Ability to diagnose machining problems and troubleshoot G-code and M-code at the machine controller.
* ** Problem-Solving:
** Strong…