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CNC Programmer | Viking Cue Manufacturing LLC | Middleton, WI
Full-Time | On-Site
Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay: Based on Experience
Since 1965, Viking Cue has been crafting legendary, American-made pool cues known for precision, quality, and performance. As we continue to grow and evolve our manufacturing capabilities, we’re looking for a CNC Programmer to join our team in Middleton, WI.
This is a great opportunity for someone with foundational CNC machining and programming experience who enjoys solving problems, working hands-on, and continuing to build their technical skills.
Why Join Viking?
• Be part of a company with nearly 60 years of American craftsmanship and innovation
• Work on unique, high-quality products using a variety of materials and machining processes
• Stable Monday-Friday schedule
• Opportunity to expand your CNC programming and machining skills
• Cross-training and continued learning opportunities
• Full benefits package including 401(k)
What You’ll Do
• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills, lathes, and other machining equipment
• Develop and optimize CNC programs using CAM software
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, cutting parameters, and machining strategies
• Perform first-article inspections using precision measuring equipment
• Troubleshoot programming and machining issues to improve quality, efficiency, and repeatability
• Collaborate with engineering on manufacturability, tooling, and machining processes
• Support prototype, custom, and low-volume machining projects
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient work area
What We’re Looking For
Ideal candidates are curious, detail-oriented problem solvers who take pride in producing high-quality work and want to continue developing their CNC programming skills.
Experience with the following is helpful:
• CNC machining and machine setup
• CAM programming, including Mastercam, Fusion 360, SolidWorks CAM, or similar software
• Reading engineering drawings and blueprints
• Editing or troubleshooting CNC programs and G-code
• Tooling, workholding, and machining strategies
• HAAS CNC machines
• Miltronics or Centroid controls
• 4-axis or 5-axis machining
We’re also looking for someone who:
• Can work independently while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing
• Is adaptable and comfortable shifting priorities when needed
• Has strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
• Works efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards
• Is interested in learning, cross-training, and expanding their skill set
Requirements
• 2 years of CNC machining experience in a prototype, job shop, or production environment
• CNC programming experience using CAM software
• Strong understanding of CNC machining, setup, tooling, workholding, and machine operation
• Ability to read engineering drawings and blueprints
• Ability to work on-site in Middleton, WI
Viking Cue Manufacturing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
MRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer