CNC Mill Programmer | Montague, MI

Salary Range: $60,000 - $95,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Montague seeking CNC Mill Programmers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Montague 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, write, and optimize CNC programs for 3-axis and 5-axis milling machines using CAM software.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, holders, and workholding fixtures based on material, part geometry, and machine capabilities.
• Create and maintain detailed setup sheets, tool lists, and operational instructions for machine operators.
• Simulate and verify CNC programs to detect and correct potential collisions, errors, and inefficiencies before production.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and production teams to ensure manufacturability and optimize part production processes.
• Troubleshoot and debug CNC programs during initial run-offs, making necessary adjustments to improve cycle time and part quality.
• Perform post-processing of CAM data to generate machine-specific G-code.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives for programming processes and machining strategies.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360, SolidWorks CAM).
• Strong understanding and application of G-code and M-code programming.
• Ability to accurately interpret engineering blueprints, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• In-depth knowledge of machining processes, cutting tools, and workholding strategies.
• Experience programming multi-axis (3, 4, and/or 5-axis) CNC milling machines.

Bonus Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating CNC mills and setting up jobs.
• Experience with 5-axis machining and programming.
• CAD design experience for fixtures or part modifications.
• Proficiency in multiple CAM software platforms.

Job Titles That Should Apply

CNC Mill Programmer, CNC Programmer, CAM Programmer, G-Code Programmer, CNC Machinist Programmer, CNC Programmer/Machinist, Machining Programmer, NC Programmer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.