CNC CAM / CAD Programmer

Job Description

Job Description

Be yourself at Protolabs

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.

Why Protolabs?

We are the leaders in digital manufacturing.  We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit.  Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds.  We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do.  It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.

Join our team as a CNC Programmer!

2 openings available;

1st shift : 7am-3pm

2nd shift : 3pm-11pm

3rd shift 11pm-7am

The CNC Programmer creates computer programs for CNC machines using Mastercam and other CAM software. This role will also be responsible for setting up and operating CNC machines for proofing programs and production as needed in a prototype machine environment.

What you will do

• Develop and create CNC programs for CNC Milling machines for quality, cost or tooling efficiency.
• Setup sheet creation and revision.
• Approval of CNC programs, revisions and documentation.
• Provide technical support to Project Engineers, Supervisors, Estimators and CNC Machinists for CNC program creation and / or modification.
• Prepare CAM files from various sources to include CAD files, prints, and verbal instruction.
• Set up CNC milling machines and run parts as needed.
• Review customer documentation for errors and work with Estimators, Operations Manager, Quality, or customers to correct prior to manufacturing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What it takes

What's in it for you

Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and certifications.

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities.  Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.  Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.

Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Physical Demands :

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear.  The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and / or move up to 70 pounds.

Work Environment :

Indoors (A / C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.