CNC Mill Programmer - Houghton Area

We partner with manufacturers across the Houghton area seeking CNC Mill Programmers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

• →Write and edit CNC programs for milling machines.
• →Set up tooling and fixtures for new jobs.
• →Prove out programs and adjust feeds and speeds.
• →Read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• →Inspect first articles and in-process parts.
• →Troubleshoot program and machine issues on the floor.
• →Maintain program files and setup documentation.
• →Work with machinists and engineers on process improvements.

• Experience with setup and first article inspection.
• Experience programming CNC mills in a shop setting.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Familiarity with G-code and CAM software.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, feeds, and speeds.

• Formal machining or manufacturing training.
• Experience with multi-axis or 5-axis machining.
• Familiarity with Mastercam or similar CAM software.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing practices.
• Experience machining tight tolerance parts.

CNC Machinist, Mill Programmer, CAM Programmer, CNC Setup Machinist, Manufacturing Technician, Machine Operator, Tool and Die Maker, Process Technician, CNC Programmer

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.