CNC Programmer/Operator

K2 Ascend
Redford, MI

Job Description

Job Description

CNC Programmer & Operator

Location: Redford, MI

Type: Full-Time

Shifts:

● 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

● 2nd Shift: Training on 1st shift, then 3:00–5:00 PM start time, ending 11:00 PM–1:00 AM depending on schedule

● May make room on 1st shift for the ideal candidate

Compensation: Based on experience

Physical Requirements: Lift up to 25 lbs; not repetitive

PPE: Metatarsal boots (company reimburses up to $170 after 2 weeks of employment)

About the Opportunity

A manufacturing facility in Redford is hiring a CNC Programmer & Operator with strong experience working in AS9100 environments and machining large metallic components. This role supports machining operations by developing new CNC programs, modifying existing code, operating CNC equipment, and ensuring dimensional accuracy on large-format metal parts.

Candidates must be capable of programming, setting up, and operating CNC machines and handling large components (500+ lbs and 24"+ section sizes). This is a hands-on machining position with a heavy focus on accuracy, quality, and safe operation.

Candidates will apply onsite, complete an interview, and if selected, proceed through a drug screen and background check before receiving an offer and start date.

What You’ll Do

● Review shop orders and engineering drawings to determine machining specifications

● Retrieve and interpret stored programs and parts data

● Create new CNC programs including calculations, tool paths, and machine criteria

● Modify existing programs to improve cost, quality, tool life, speeds, feeds, and efficiency

● Store, title, and manage program source files at machine controls and/or online

● Communicate program setup requirements to machining personnel

● Set up work holding, tooling, indicators, offsets, and touch-offs

● Monitor and replace cutting tools and inserts as needed

● Perform dimensional inspections throughout the machining process

● Follow safe machining and shop procedures

● Assist with additional machining duties as needed

What You Bring

● Experience working in AS9100 quality environments (required)

● Experience machining metallic components greater than 500 lbs (required)

● Experience machining metallic components larger than 24" section size (required)

● Excellent knowledge of CNC machining and programming

● Skilled in CNC program writing, uploading, and downloading

● Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines

● Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

● High school diploma or equivalent

● Minimum 5 years of CNC Programmer / Operator experience

● Understanding of safe operating procedures for machining equipment

● Organized, dependable, and action-oriented approach

Want to Stand Out?

We invite candidates to record a short video to introduce themselves and share more about their CNC programming and machining experience. A quick overview of the types of machines, parts, and materials you’ve worked with is helpful.

Video submission link:

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Posted 2026-07-11

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