Highlights
This role involves setting up, operating, and programming CNC equipment to produce high-quality components while maintaining tight tolerances and meeting production specifications. Position Overview We’re seeking an experienced Lead CNC Programmer to support precision machining and mold manufacturing.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | St Francis, IL |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $33–$40 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Website | http://www.sterling-engineering.com |
Description
Lead CNC Programmer
? St. Francis, WI 53235
? 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM–3:00 PM
? Onsite Position
? 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM–3:00 PM
? Onsite Position
$33-40/hr based on experience.
Position Overview
We’re seeking an experienced Lead CNC Programmer to support precision machining and mold manufacturing. This role involves setting up, operating, and programming CNC equipment to produce high-quality components while maintaining tight tolerances and meeting production specifications.
Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and program CNC machines, including mills, lathes, and routers
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and CAD files
- Machine precision mold components using various materials
- Load materials and tooling and monitor machine operations
- Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools
- Troubleshoot equipment and perform routine machine maintenance
- Maintain accurate production records and documentation
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve machining processes
- Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area
Requirements
- 5+ years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read blueprints and work with tight tolerances
- Experience using precision measuring instruments
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- CNC programming and G-code experience
- Technical certification or vocational training in CNC machining
- Experience with precision mold components
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Comfortable working around typical manufacturing shop conditions, including noise, dust, and machinery
Why Consider This Role?
- Consistent first-shift schedule
- Monday–Friday workweek
- Stable, onsite manufacturing environment
- Opportunity to apply your CNC programming and precision machining skills
About Company
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
- Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
- Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.
Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.