CNC Mill Programmer | Otsego, MI

Salary Range: $58,000 - $92,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in cnc mill programmer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Otsego seeking skilled CNC Mill Programmers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Otsego region seeking CNC Mill Programmers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs for 3-axis to 5-axis milling machines using CAM software.
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, and cutting parameters for various materials.
• Simulate and verify CNC programs to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and collision avoidance.
• Create and maintain detailed setup sheets and tooling lists for machine operators.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing CNC programs to improve cycle times and part quality.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure manufacturability of components.
• Perform first article inspections and make necessary program adjustments.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360) for generating toolpaths.
• Strong understanding of G-code and M-code programming for 3-axis and multi-axis CNC mills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T specifications.
• Experience with various tooling, fixturing, and workholding methods.
• Knowledge of different materials (e.g., aluminum, steel, plastics) and their machining properties.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with 5-axis programming.
• Familiarity with a variety of CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360, SolidCAM).
• Ability to perform minor machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience with automation or robotics integration.
• Strong understanding of GD&T.

Job Titles That Should Apply

CNC Programmer, CNC Mill Programmer, CNC Machine Programmer, Milling Programmer, Machinist Programmer, CAM Programmer, CNC Programmer/Machinist, CNC Milling Programmer, Manufacturing Engineer (CNC), CNC Programmer Analyst

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.