CNC Programmer - Direct Hire

Primary objective:
Develop, maintain, and improve CNC programs and machining processes to support safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. The role works with large industrial motor and generator components and collaborates closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and shop-floor teams.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain CNC programs using GibbsCAM
• Program horizontal boring mills, vertical/horizontal lathes, and vertical machining centers
• Select tooling and optimize machining strategies, feeds, and speeds
• Provide production support with setups and troubleshooting
• Develop machining processes for large components such as shafts, frames, bearing brackets, bases, and covers
• Read and interpret 2D engineering drawings, GD&T, and 3D models
• Develop basic fixtures, workholding solutions, and machining aids
• Support continuous improvement, safety, quality, productivity, and setup reduction
• Maintain CNC program documentation
• Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations on production problems

Required/preferred background:

• Associate degree in CNC Programming, Machining Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or equivalent practical experience
• 3+ years CNC programming experience
• CAM experience, preferably GibbsCAM
• Fanuc controls
• Milling, boring, turning, and large-component machining
• Knowledge of tooling, workholding, feeds and speeds
• Ability to read engineering drawings/GD&T/3D CAD models
• Production troubleshooting and strong communication/problem-solving skill

Since 1990, Midwest Staffing Group has been a trusted partner in providing top-tier talent to businesses throughout the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro area. In 2022, we expanded our reach to serve clients in Fargo, North Dakota. We specialize in full-service staffing solutions, including contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement services.