SOUTHERN ILLINOIS CRANKSHAFT, INC
Precision CNC Programming Specialist — Multi‑Axis Milling & Turning
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS CRANKSHAFT, INC, Red Bud, Illinois, United States, 62278
Precision CNC Programming Specialist — Multi‑Axis Milling & Turning
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SOUTHERN ILLINOIS CRANKSHAFT, INC provided pay range This range is provided by SOUTHERN ILLINOIS CRANKSHAFT, INC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $35.00/hr - $45.00/hr
A day in the shop At our Red Bud, IL facility, your day starts by opening Mastercam, loading models, and translating customer specifications into precise toolpaths. You’ll move seamlessly from programming to the machine, setting up multi‑axis mills and lathes, selecting and loading the correct tooling, and dialing in offsets. You’ll validate first‑article parts, fine‑tune feeds and speeds, and keep the line moving with minimal downtime through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting.
Core responsibilities
Program CNC equipment with G‑code/M‑code to manufacture parts to print.
Interpret technical blueprints, 2D drawings, and 3D models with a focus on GD&T.
Set up and operate CNC machines, optimizing performance and throughput.
Select, load, and verify cutting tools and workholding appropriate to each job.
Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot issues to reduce downtime.
Inspect parts for accuracy and surface finish; adjust programs and offsets as needed.
Partner with engineering and production to refine processes and enhance designs.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; follow all safety best practices.
Document setups, programs, and production steps; keep accurate records of work performed.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; technical training/certification in CNC machining preferred.
Proven experience as a CNC Programmer/Machinist with strong process understanding.
Expertise reading and interpreting complex prints and blueprints.
Familiar with Mastercam v19 or later and CNC programming languages (G‑code, M‑code).
Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Strong problem‑solving skills; able to work independently and collaboratively.
Capable of lifting heavy materials and standing for extended periods.
Technical proficiencies
GD&T
Quality inspection experience
CNC tooling
CNC programming
G‑code
Lean manufacturing principles
M‑code
Machine setups for production runs
Manual machining skills
Shop math skills
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Equipment & technologies you’ll use
CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Okuma)
3D Modeling
2D Drawings
CNC Lathe (2–4 axis) (Okuma)
CNC Grinder (Okuma)
CAD Software
Overhead Crane
Measurement Gauges
CAM Software (Mastercam)
Calipers and Micrometers
Horizontal Machining Center (3–4 axis) (Okuma)
Cylindrical Grinder Machine
Location This role is onsite in Red Bud, IL.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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SOUTHERN ILLINOIS CRANKSHAFT, INC provided pay range This range is provided by SOUTHERN ILLINOIS CRANKSHAFT, INC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $35.00/hr - $45.00/hr
A day in the shop At our Red Bud, IL facility, your day starts by opening Mastercam, loading models, and translating customer specifications into precise toolpaths. You’ll move seamlessly from programming to the machine, setting up multi‑axis mills and lathes, selecting and loading the correct tooling, and dialing in offsets. You’ll validate first‑article parts, fine‑tune feeds and speeds, and keep the line moving with minimal downtime through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting.
Core responsibilities
Program CNC equipment with G‑code/M‑code to manufacture parts to print.
Interpret technical blueprints, 2D drawings, and 3D models with a focus on GD&T.
Set up and operate CNC machines, optimizing performance and throughput.
Select, load, and verify cutting tools and workholding appropriate to each job.
Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot issues to reduce downtime.
Inspect parts for accuracy and surface finish; adjust programs and offsets as needed.
Partner with engineering and production to refine processes and enhance designs.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; follow all safety best practices.
Document setups, programs, and production steps; keep accurate records of work performed.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; technical training/certification in CNC machining preferred.
Proven experience as a CNC Programmer/Machinist with strong process understanding.
Expertise reading and interpreting complex prints and blueprints.
Familiar with Mastercam v19 or later and CNC programming languages (G‑code, M‑code).
Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Strong problem‑solving skills; able to work independently and collaboratively.
Capable of lifting heavy materials and standing for extended periods.
Technical proficiencies
GD&T
Quality inspection experience
CNC tooling
CNC programming
G‑code
Lean manufacturing principles
M‑code
Machine setups for production runs
Manual machining skills
Shop math skills
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Equipment & technologies you’ll use
CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Okuma)
3D Modeling
2D Drawings
CNC Lathe (2–4 axis) (Okuma)
CNC Grinder (Okuma)
CAD Software
Overhead Crane
Measurement Gauges
CAM Software (Mastercam)
Calipers and Micrometers
Horizontal Machining Center (3–4 axis) (Okuma)
Cylindrical Grinder Machine
Location This role is onsite in Red Bud, IL.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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