CNC Lathe Applications Programmer (Mastercam/Haas)
What If This Were Your Next Challenge?
Imagine owning the full turning-programming lifecycle in Wood Dale, IL—translating complex prints into efficient Mastercam toolpaths, validating quality at the machine, and helping the team continuously improve. If you thrive on precision, collaboration, and problem-solving, this role puts your expertise at center stage.
Mission & Impact
Your mission is to deliver reliable, high-quality lathe programs that keep production predictable, safe, and efficient—while mentoring others to do the same.
Your Focus Areas
- Build and optimize Mastercam CNC turning programs for production-scale work.
- Own machine setup and calibration to enable stable, repeatable cutting conditions.
- Diagnose and resolve CNC issues; perform routine maintenance to prevent downtime.
- Partner with engineering and production to streamline processes and boost quality.
- Enforce safety best practices and strict quality standards throughout each run.
- Coach junior programmers and operators to strengthen shop-wide capability.
Experience That Sets You Up for Success
- Solid track record programming CNC lathes/turning centers.
- Deep familiarity with Mastercam for turning.
- Hands-on experience with production setups.
- Strong print-reading skills with GD&T comprehension.
- Resourceful troubleshooter with high attention to detail.
- Clear, team-oriented communicator.
Core Skills
- GD&T
- Troubleshooting Skills
- CNC Programming
- G-Code
- M-Code
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
Equipment & Software
- CNC Lathe (2–4 axis) — Haas
- CAM Software — Mastercam
Step into a role where your craftsmanship, code, and coaching elevate every run we ship.
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