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CNC Programmer/Set Up

DONSON MACHINE CO
Alsip, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/1/2026
Description:


Job Overview

As a CNC Programmer you will be responsible for making a CNC program from the customers’ print. You will determine the best and most efficient way to manufacture a part. You will use Gibbs Cam and Esprit Cam to generate a 3D image of the part before actual machining as well as analyze the rendered part against the customer’s solid model.

Donson Machine is a family-owned medical device manufacturer focused on providing employees a safe place to enjoy their work day, build technical and personal skills, all while creating a better life for them and their families. With the help of these amazing team members, we set the standard in the medical industry in terms of quality, service, and creativity.

You will also be the set-up expert for the department placed in as well.

Check out more about our company at www.donsonmachine.com

Shift

Day Shift (8:00AM – 4:30PM, Mon - Fri) *With opportunity for overtime before regular shift and Saturday mornings

Location

Alsip, IL

Requirements:


Qualifications/Requirements

  • 3 Years experience on 3/5 axis turning centers
  • Ability to read and comprehend blueprints (including GD&T features such as true position and profile of a surface)
  • Advanced knowledge of CNC G-Code
  • Ability to use programming software; Gibbs Cam and Esprit (preferred)
  • Understand machining properties of various raw materials
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to stand and walk up to 90% of the day
  • Ability to bend, twist, turn, and reach up to 100% of the day
  • Ability to work in a shop environment - continuous exposure to potentially hazardous metal working machinery and equipment, loud noises, dust, mist, oils and solvents.
  • Be punctual and maintain an excellent attendance record

Responsibilities

  • Engineer the way to run a part
  • Generate tool path from 2D geometry and 3D surfaces
  • Troubleshoot CNC program
  • Productivity improvements – improve previously run parts
  • Come up with a list of tooling and speeds and feeds for parts to be manufactured
  • Be creative
  • Continuously strive to help improve processes

Benefits

  • 401K
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Opportunity for Flexible Schedule
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance

Salary : $35 - $45

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