CNC Programmer
Pay: $29.00–$34.00 per hour
Position Summary
Mid-South Machine is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Programmer and CNC Mill Programmer to join our machining team. This is a hands-on position in a job shop environment requiring the ability to independently program, set up, and machine a wide variety of precision components. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, enjoys challenging work, and takes pride in producing high-quality parts.
Schedule & Work Environment
- Full-time, on-site position
- Day shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM
- Overtime available on Fridays and Saturdays as needed
- Climate-controlled facility (air conditioned and heated)
- Clean, organized machine shop
- Job shop environment with a wide variety of parts, materials, and production quantities
Responsibilities
- Program CNC lathes from engineering drawings and customer specifications
- Set up machines, tooling, and workholding for production
- Machine parts to blueprint specifications and required tolerances
- Inspect parts throughout the machining process to ensure quality standards are met
- Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on assigned equipment
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
- Work with supervisors and team members to improve quality and productivity
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of CNC lathe programming experience
- Minimum 5 years of CNC machine setup experience
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
- Ability to program from prints and CAD files (DWG, DXF, STEP/STP)
- Experience machining to tolerances of ±0.001" or better
- Experience operating and programming multi-axis CNC lathes or CNC Mills
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Mastercam CAD/CAM software
- Experience with Okuma, Mazak, or Mori CNC machines
- Experience in a high-mix, low-volume job shop environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay: $29.00–$34.00 per hour, based on experience
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Anniversary Bonus Program
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
Mid-South Machine is looking for a dependable machinist who enjoys challenging work and takes pride in producing precision-machined components. If you're an experienced CNC Lathe Programmer looking for a stable company with competitive pay and excellent benefits, we'd like to hear from you.