Cnc Programmer

Job Title: Lead CNC Programmer (1st Shift)

Job Description

This role leads CNC programming and production activities in a growing machine shop, overseeing approximately 7–10 CNC machines on 1st shift. You will create and optimize Mazak programs, support daily production, and provide hands-on leadership to machinists and operators to ensure efficient, high-quality output.

Responsibilities

• Create, optimize, and troubleshoot CNC programs, with a focus on Mazak controls using Mazatrol and G-code.
• Support daily production by resolving machining issues and improving machining efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and support machinists and operators on the shop floor to ensure consistent performance and quality.
• Set up jobs, verify tooling, and confirm that all setups meet established quality and safety standards.
• Inspect parts and verify conformance to specifications, taking corrective action when necessary.
• Coordinate workflow and production priorities across approximately 7–10 CNC machines to meet delivery and quality targets.
• Collaborate closely with leadership to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives in processes and productivity.
• Troubleshoot production challenges by interpreting blueprints and adjusting programs, tooling, or setups as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of programs, setups, and process changes to support repeatability and standardization.

Essential Skills

• Strong Mazak programming experience, including Mazatrol and G-code.
• in a production or machine shop environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing or machine shop setting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to inspect parts and verify dimensional accuracy using appropriate measuring tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address production and machining challenges.
• Experience supporting multiple CNC machines simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills to lead and mentor shop floor personnel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on experience programming, setting up, and operating CNC machines.
• Experience working in a small, team-oriented machine shop environment.
• Comfort working in a role that combines programming, setup, troubleshooting, and leadership responsibilities.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed to support production demands.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, close-knit team where your programming expertise and leadership will have a visible impact on production success. The environment offers a 1st shift schedule with flexible start times, overtime opportunities, and a competitive compensation structure based on experience. With a team of about 22 people, the culture is family-friendly and collaborative, where everyone knows one another and works together to achieve shared goals.

Work Environment

This role is based in a small, family-friendly machine shop with approximately 22 team members. You will work exclusively on 1st shift, with flexibility to start between 5:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m., on an 8-hour shift. The position offers the opportunity to work up to 54 hours per week, including overtime, depending on production needs. The shop operates multiple CNC machines, including Mazak equipment, and emphasizes a stable, team-oriented atmosphere where collaboration and mutual support are essential.

This is a Permanent position based out of Marion, IN.

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $93600.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Great PTO Plan 401k Match Flexible Hours

This is a fully onsite position in Marion,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.