CNC Mill Programmer - Gladwin Area

CNC Mill Programmer | Gladwin, MI

Salary Range: $55,000 - $89,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling as a CNC Mill Programmer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Gladwin area seeking experienced CNC Mill Programmers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers CNC Mill Programmer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Gladwin in Gladwin County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including West Branch, Standish, Hamilton, and Pinconning.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with multiple companies in the Gladwin area seeking experienced CNC Mill Programmers. These organizations value long-term fit and look for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• Inspect first articles and in-process parts.
• Troubleshoot program and machine issues on the floor.
• Maintain program files and setup documentation.
• Work with machinists and engineers on process improvements.
• Write and edit CNC programs for milling machines.
• Set up tooling and fixtures for new jobs.
• Prove out programs and adjust feeds and speeds.
• Read blueprints and engineering drawings.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience programming CNC mills in a shop setting.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Familiarity with G-code and CAM software.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, feeds, and speeds.
• Experience with setup and first article inspection.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with multi-axis or 5-axis machining.
• Familiarity with Mastercam or similar CAM software.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing practices.
• Experience machining tight tolerance parts.
• Formal machining or manufacturing training.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Machine Operator, Tool and Die Maker, Process Technician, CNC Programmer, CNC Machinist, Mill Programmer, CAM Programmer, CNC Setup Machinist, Manufacturing Technician

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.

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 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.