CNC Programmer

Job Description

Job Description

CNC Programmer / Machine Shop Lead

East Peoria, IL – Full Time

Productive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team for our customer's facility in East Peoria, IL. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will be a highly skilled and hands-on CNC Programmer / Machine Shop Lead to oversee CNC programming, machine setup, process development, and daily technical leadership within a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a CNC expert who can take ownership of the machine shop, lead complex setups, mentor operators, and help scale operations during a significant expansion phase. The successful candidate will work directly from solid models and engineering drawings to design fixturing, generate CNC programs, prove out processes, and document production-ready operator instructions. This individual will serve as the technical authority for CNC machining while laying the foundation for future team growth.

This is a full-time position that is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization.

Duties :

• Program, setup, and run CNC machines using Fanuc controls, including :
• 5-axis machining centers
• 3-axis machining centers
• Upcoming 9-axis mill-turn machines
• CNC camshaft grinding equipment
• Develop complete machining processes from concept to production :
• Review solid models and drawings
• Design and implement fixturing
• Generate and optimize G-code
• Select tooling and cutting strategies
• Prove out and validate machining processes
• Create clear, detailed operator instructions to enable repeatable production by lower-level operators.
• Lead machine setups and first-article runs for new and existing products.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and process issues to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Mentor, train, and support CNC operators and junior programmers.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations to improve throughput, reduce scrap, and optimize cycle times.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in a lean, high-mix manufacturing environment.
• Prepare the shop for rapid growth, including new equipment installations and increased production volumes.
• Primary focus on engine internal components, with expansion into :
• Increased engine production volumes
• Fuel pump manufacturing
• Advanced multi-axis machining and grinding

Requirements :

Preferred :

As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate is required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States.

Why work for Productive Resources?

Productive Resources is a full-service engineering firm with over two decades of experience serving leading global clients. Our expertise is project-based product development and manufacturing engineering support. Our primary focus industries are off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, defense, mining, recreational, industrial, and specialty machines. We lead with our reputation for quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions. We invest in our people, providing resources and opportunities for ongoing development. Our workplace fosters innovation, prioritizes the well-being of our team, and encourages creativity. Our diverse experience and client base will challenge your technical skills and provide greater opportunities for growth.

We Offer Competitive Benefits :

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly