What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Programmer (3rd Shift) position at hackajob?
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Description
Are you a skilled and motivated CNC Programming Professional looking for your next opportunity to make an impact? If so, Emerson has a great opportunity at our Marshalltown, Iowa facility. The CNC Programmer plays a key role in supporting high-precision machining operations by creating, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs for complex components across a variety of machines.
This role is responsible for translating engineering models and drawings into efficient machining processes, including selecting tools, designing fixtures, and programming toolpaths using CAM software. You will collaborate closely with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and tooling teams to support the launch of new products, improve existing processes, and help ensure on-time delivery of high-quality components.
Success in this position requires a deep understanding of machining principles, toolpath strategy, and fixture design. You’ll need strong communication skills and a continuous improvement approach to support productivity goals and cost reduction initiatives. Experience with EdgeCam, GibbsCam, and Siemens NX is a plus, as is the ability to solve and resolve programming or process issues in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
You identify and seize new opportunities. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You partner with others to get work done. You experiment to find new solutions.
Our Culture & Commitment To You
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
Description
Are you a skilled and motivated CNC Programming Professional looking for your next opportunity to make an impact? If so, Emerson has a great opportunity at our Marshalltown, Iowa facility. The CNC Programmer plays a key role in supporting high-precision machining operations by creating, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs for complex components across a variety of machines.
This role is responsible for translating engineering models and drawings into efficient machining processes, including selecting tools, designing fixtures, and programming toolpaths using CAM software. You will collaborate closely with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and tooling teams to support the launch of new products, improve existing processes, and help ensure on-time delivery of high-quality components.
Success in this position requires a deep understanding of machining principles, toolpath strategy, and fixture design. You’ll need strong communication skills and a continuous improvement approach to support productivity goals and cost reduction initiatives. Experience with EdgeCam, GibbsCam, and Siemens NX is a plus, as is the ability to solve and resolve programming or process issues in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- This is a 3rd shift position (12:00 am - 8:00 am)
- Develop and optimize CNC programs for mills, lathes, and multi-axis CNC machines using CAM software (e.g., Edgecam, Gibbscam, Siemens NX,etc.).
- Design and/or specify fixturing and workholding solutions to ensure repeatable setups, part stability, and machining accuracy.
- Analyze quality data and assist with root cause investigations for machining-related nonconformances; implement corrective programming changes.
- Identify and lead process improvement initiatives to reduce cycle times, improve tool life, and reduce scrap and rework.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to ensure manufacturability and support new product introduction.
- Assist in the development of capital investment plans, supporting machine and fixture capability requirements.
- Provide mentorship to CNC operators and programmers, promoting skill development and consistency in process execution.
- 2-year degree in a manufacturing, machining, engineering, or industrial technology-related field or a minimum of 3 years of CNC machining and programming experience.
- Experience with CAM software (e.g., Edgecam, Gibbscam, Siemens NX,etc.).
- Strong understanding of geometry and trigonometry fundamentals.
- Ability to accurately read, interpret, and apply engineering part prints and technical drawings.
- Legal Authorization to work in the United States.
You identify and seize new opportunities. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You partner with others to get work done. You experiment to find new solutions.
Our Culture & Commitment To You
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
Salary : $60,000 - $90,000