What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Programmer II - 1st Shift position at Koch?
Your Job
As a CNC Programmer II (1st Shift), you will program, set up, and operate CNC milling centers to produce precision components that meet blueprint requirements, tolerance expectations, and quality standards. You will also document best practices and help develop others through training and mentorship.
Our Team
You will join a machine shop team focused on safety, quality, and on‑time delivery. The team works closely with engineering, quality, and production partners to continuously improve machining processes and support business needs.
What You Will Do
In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulation
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
With a strong legacy of engineering excellence, Smiths Interconnect, a Molex company, is part of Molex’s Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division and represents the Signal Technologies business unit. Smiths Interconnect delivers mission‑critical connectivity solutions—including ruggedized connectors, cable assemblies, Fiber & RF, and high‑reliability technologies—designed to perform in the most demanding environments. From aerospace and defense to space, medical, and industrial applications, our innovative products enable reliability where it matters most. Join a passionate, global team helping shape the future of high‑reliability interconnect solutions.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
As a CNC Programmer II (1st Shift), you will program, set up, and operate CNC milling centers to produce precision components that meet blueprint requirements, tolerance expectations, and quality standards. You will also document best practices and help develop others through training and mentorship.
Our Team
You will join a machine shop team focused on safety, quality, and on‑time delivery. The team works closely with engineering, quality, and production partners to continuously improve machining processes and support business needs.
What You Will Do
- Program, set up, and operate Fanuc and HAAS CNC milling centers using Mastercam
- Interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, and specifications to define dimensions, tolerances, and machining sequences
- Produce parts to close tolerances using appropriate gauges and inspection tools
- Document setups and machining processes using written descriptions, sketches, and/or models to support repeatability and knowledge sharing
- Train and mentor junior operators and apprentices on setup, safe operation, and process discipline
- Follow required safety procedures and support a clean, organized work area
- Support overtime and weekend work when needed to meet production commitments
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support shop priorities
- 3–7 years of experience in manual machining and CNC setup/programming (including conversational programming)
- Experience setting up and operating CNC milling centers (Fanuc and/or HAAS)
- Ability to read and interpret complex machine and component drawings/blueprints
- Ability to speak/read English and follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to train others and share machining knowledge effectively
- Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed
- Proficiency with Mastercam programming
- Demonstrated experience documenting setups/processes for repeatability and standard work
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to improve cycle time, quality, or scrap performance through process adjustments
In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulation
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
With a strong legacy of engineering excellence, Smiths Interconnect, a Molex company, is part of Molex’s Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division and represents the Signal Technologies business unit. Smiths Interconnect delivers mission‑critical connectivity solutions—including ruggedized connectors, cable assemblies, Fiber & RF, and high‑reliability technologies—designed to perform in the most demanding environments. From aerospace and defense to space, medical, and industrial applications, our innovative products enable reliability where it matters most. Join a passionate, global team helping shape the future of high‑reliability interconnect solutions.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).