CNC Programmer - Mill

About Masterbilt Incorporated: Founded with a commitment to excellence in precision manufacturing, Masterbilt Incorporated has established itself as a leader in delivering high-performance components across a range of industries. Our mission is to provide superior quality through innovation, advanced CNC machining processes, and a relentless focus on continuous improvement.

At Masterbilt, we operate in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where teamwork and innovation drive success. We take pride in fostering a culture that empowers employees to grow, contribute meaningfully, and uphold our core values of quality, integrity, and operational excellence. Through our dedication and expertise, we consistently meet the evolving needs of our customers while maintaining the highest standards in manufacturing.

Position Description: The CNC Programmer – Mill develops, optimizes, and supports CNC programs for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis milling operations. This position works closely with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to ensure safe, efficient production of precision aerospace components while meeting customer, AS9100, and company requirements.

The successful candidate will possess advanced knowledge of CNC milling operations, machining processes, CAD/CAM software, tooling strategies, and GD&T interpretation. This individual will work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Customers, and Suppliers to support operational excellence, product quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

· Develop, generate, validate, and maintain CMM and VCMM programs for aerospace components.

· Develop, generate, validate, and maintain CNC milling programs utilizing Mastercam or approved CAM software.

· Create setup sheets, tooling lists, work instructions, and support manufacturing documentation.

· Interpret engineering prints, CAD models, specifications, and GD&T requirements in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.

· Optimize machining strategies, tooling selections, and cutting parameters to improve efficiency and quality.

· Support machinists during setup, prove-outs, first-piece approvals, and production runs.

· Troubleshoot machining, tooling, fixture, and CNC program issues.

· Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to ensure manufacturability and conformance to customer requirements.

· Review and maintain program revision control and manufacturing documentation.

· Evaluate opportunities to reduce cycle times and improve repeatability.

· Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement projects.

· Assist in determining appropriate machining methods and manufacturing processes for complex components.

· Validate first article and prototype production processes.

· Support customer audits, internal audits, and quality initiatives as required.

· Promote compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and aerospace industry requirements.

· Complete additional duties and projects assigned.

Performance Expectations

· Development of accurate and repeatable CNC programs.

· Successful launch of new jobs and products.

· Reduction of setup time and machining cycle times.

· Reduction in scrap, rework, and production downtime.

· Consistent compliance with AS9100, customer, and internal quality requirements.

· Effective collaboration with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams.

· Timely resolution of programming and machining issues.

· Maintenance of organized and accurate program documentation.

· Continuous identification and implementation of process improvements.

· Consistent adherence to safety and quality standards.