CNC Programmer III

CNC Programmer III

DI - HQ - Overland Park, KS

Description

DI exists to relieve the world of mediocre experiences and to create remarkable ones. Our people make the remarkable possible through an unwavering display of uncommon commitment each day.

The CNC Programmer III is an advanced programming professional responsible for complex machining strategies, optimization of production workflows, and technical leadership within the CNC department.

This role drives process efficiency, supports cross-functional collaboration on custom fabrication projects, and ensures high-level quality and repeatability across programs.

Essential responsibilities/functions may include but are not limited to:

• Follows all company safety policies, procedures, and shop standards
• Develops and optimizes complex CNC programs for multi-axis and intricate parts
• Designs advanced tooling strategies and workholding solutions
• Collaborates with Engineering during design review to improve manufacturability
• Leads first article validation and high-precision production runs
• Troubleshoots complex machining and programming challenges
• Reduces cycle time and improves throughput through data-driven optimization
• Standardizes programming practices and documentation
• Supports capacity planning and production scheduling discussions
• Willingness to learn new machines
• Willingness to work overtime when needed (may include weekends)

Knowledge/skills/abilities:

• Deep understanding of multi-axis machining strategies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Ability to independently manage complex projects
• Leadership presence and mentorship capability
• Strong cross-functional communication skills
• High level of accountability and decision-making

Education/certifications/experience:

• 58 years of CNC machining and programming experience required
• Advanced experience with multi-axis and complex materials required
• Advanced MasterCam proficiency required
• Advanced Solidworks proficiency required
• Exposure to G-code and M-code preferred
• OSHA 10 certificate preferred
• Surfcam knowledge a plus
• Gantry crane & forklift certifications preferred

Physical demands:

• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, climb, crouch, or crawl
• The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• The employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Employee must be able to talk and hear

Work environment:

• Due to our onsite Fabrication process, the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions.

Interested in joining our team?

Permission to play at DI starts with the ability to be a team player, possess a positive attitude while under a tight deadline and demonstrate an uncommon commitment to your work. Please visit our website to see some of the amazing work we do!

This is an hourly (non-exempt) position. DI offers a full benefit package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance along with Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity. Additionally, we offer a 401(k) with a match, Health Savings Account match, Paid Time Off (PTO), 7 paid holidays plus an employee chosen Floating Holiday annually, and paid Parental Leave.

New in 2026, Dimensional Innovations is employee owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This Plan allows eligible employees to receive shares of company stock through company-funded contributions. Employees do not purchase shares directly; rather, allocations are made annually based on compensation and plan guidelines. Participants become vested over time according to the Plan's vesting schedule. The value of ESOP accounts is tied to the company's annual valuation and overall performance. Full details, including eligibility requirements, vesting schedule, and distribution provisions, are governed exclusively by the official ESOP Plan Document and will be shared with new hires through our Employee Self Service (ESS) online information portal which you will be able to access on your phone or a computer once you are officially employed.

In 2018, DI incorporated the Great Game of Business principles into the way we do things. The program is designed to create a business of business people, provide transparency into company performance and directly tie daily behavior to impact DIs performance. GGOB allows for the potential of quarterly bonuses as company goals are achieved.

Please submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements. No phone calls please. For more information about working at DI and a full list of available opportunities, please visit