Precision CAM Programmer (NX/SolidWorks)

Job Description

Shape precision. Grow your craft.

Join a manufacturing team in Lansing, MI, where your programming skill translates complex prints into flawless parts on Haas mills. You’ll own the evening window—3:00 pm to 2:00 am (10's)—with overtime eligibility and no Saturdays, driving quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Why this role

Impact: Turn designs into reality through expert CNC programming and meticulous execution.

Stability: Consistent schedule with OT eligibility and weekends protected (no Saturdays).

Growth: Expand capabilities through training and process-improvement initiatives. Your mission

Translate blueprints, materials, specs, and assembly drawings into optimized machining plans.

Apply GD&T knowledge to ensure dimensional accuracy and repeatability.

Program mills and lathes, set zeros and references, define work offsets, and produce reliable G-Code.

Use geometry and trigonometry to drive precision in setups and cutting strategies.

Run first-article and in-process inspections; adjust to maintain spec.

Enforce safety practices and sustain a clean, orderly, hazard-free workstation.

Conduct routine PMs, troubleshoot issues, and perform basic repairs to minimize downtime.

Maintain accurate production, inspection, and quality documentation.

Communicate across shifts to share learnings, issues, and next steps.

Participate in training; propose and implement CI ideas to boost throughput and quality.

Other duties as assigned. Schedule, tools, and tech

Location: Lansing, MI

Hours: 3:00 pm – 2:00 am (10's)

No Saturdays; OT eligible

Machines: Haas mills; CNC lathes as needed

Software: NX, SolidWorks, and CAM software What you bring

Experienced at choosing proper tooling, machines, and materials per job requirements.

Solid foundation in mechanics, shop math, metallurgy, layouts, and machining procedures.

Keen ability to listen/observe equipment for early signs of malfunction; act on adjustments/repairs.

Habits for correct lubrication/cooling and operational verification.

Commitment to cleaning and lubricating machines, tools, and equipment.

Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and flow.

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Organization and prioritization skills; effective with limited supervision.

Clear, logical reasoning—able to explain conclusions; maintains confidentiality.

Calm under pressure; adaptable to changing demands and schedules. Education

High school diploma or associate degree (community college or vocational school).

Equivalent job-related experience/training considered in lieu of post-secondary education. Core proficiencies

Equipment Troubleshooting

CNC Tooling

CNC Programming

G-Code Legal and accessibility

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be professional, proactive and positive, with internal and external customers and coworkers. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to perform light physical activity. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception.