CNC Programmer

CNC ProgrammerPay Rate: $35.00hr+ based on prior experience Shift: Steady dayshift M-F Summer Months (June-August) 4x10 schedule (M-Th) Rest of year is a standard 5x8 schedule (M-F) Location: Wheeling, WVWe are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join a well-established, family-owned industrial manufacturing company with a strong reputation for precision machining, engineering support, equipment rebuilds, and custom component manufacturing. This is a hands-on programming role supporting a machine shop environment that produces complex parts and assemblies for heavy industrial customers. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, technically strong, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where each job may bring different requirements. This person should be confident programming from prints, 3D models, and customer drawings while working closely with machinists, engineers, and shop leadership to ensure programs are accurate, efficient, and production-ready.

The role requires someone who can troubleshoot during setup, communicate effectively on the shop floor, and help improve machining processes across the operation.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop CNC programs for new and rework parts, including 3-axis through 5-axis machining applicationsUse CAM software to create accurate, efficient programs based on engineering prints, 3D models, and customer drawingsOptimize tool paths, feeds, speeds, and tooling selection to improve cycle time, part quality, and surface finishCollaborate with machinists during first-piece setup, program proofing, troubleshooting, and process adjustmentsReview drawings and specifications to ensure programs meet dimensional, tolerance, and quality requirementsSupport programming for custom, low-volume, repair, rebuild, and production machining workMaintain CNC program libraries, tooling documentation, post-processors, and related setup informationAssist with continuous improvement of CNC programming standards, machining processes, and shop efficiencyCommunicate effectively with machining, engineering, quality, and production teams to keep jobs moving accurately and on scheduleQualifications3+ years of CNC programming experience in a job-shop, custom machining, repair/rebuild, or production manufacturing environmentProficiency with Mastercam, Gibbs, or comparable CAM softwareStrong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, 3D models, and customer specificationsWorking knowledge of GD&T and tight-tolerance machining requirementsExperience programming CNC mills, lathes, boring mills, or multi-axis machining centers5-axis programming experience preferredStrong understanding of tooling, feeds, speeds, workholding, and machining best practicesAbility to work independently while managing multiple jobs in progressStrong problem-solving skills and willingness to work directly with machinists on the shop floorPreferred Background: Experience in heavy industrial, steel, mill equipment, pump, gearbox, foundry, repair/rebuild, or custom component manufacturing Background supporting large-part machining, complex assemblies, or reverse-engineered components Experience improving existing programs for better cycle time, quality, and repeatability