
CNC Manufacturing Engineer – Turning & Programming (Fanuc / Hypermill) – 1st Shift
🔎 At a Glance
- Company: Prosper-Tech Machine & Tool
- Location: Richmond, MI (On-Site)
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Pay Range: $35 – $45 per hour (based on experience)
- Shift: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
- Overtime: Yes – As Needed (40–45 hrs/week typical)
- Experience Level: Senior (5+ years CNC turning/programming experience)
- Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
- Published: March 2026
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Why This Role Exists
This role exists due to continued growth and increased customer demand in the aerospace and medical sectors.
At Prosper-Tech Machine & Tool, this position plays a key role in developing and optimizing CNC turning processes for high-mix, small-batch components used in Aerospace, Space, Defense, and Medical Device applications. This is not a “monitor the machine” role — it’s a hands-on engineering position focused on precision, process control, and continuous improvement.
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The Work You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
- Program and optimize multi-axis CNC turning centers
- Set up and validate new machining processes
- Select tooling, determine workholding, and refine cutting strategies
- Develop setup sheets and process documentation
- Estimate cycle times, tooling cost, and production flow
- Perform first-article validation and in-process troubleshooting
- Adjust feeds, speeds, offsets, and tool paths to maintain quality
- Train and support setup machinists and operators
- Collaborate with leadership, planners, QC, and machinists
- Support compliance with ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality standards
This is a high-impact role in a professional, quality-driven shop environment.
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Machines, Controls & Software
You’ll work with equipment such as:
- Machines: Multi-channel dual-turret turn-mill lathes with sub-spindles
- Controls: Fanuc
- CAM Software: Hypermill (Mastercam or similar experience transferable)
- Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, indicators, bore gauges
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Materials You’ll Work With
- Inconel
- Stainless Steel
- Titanium
- Aerospace-grade alloys
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What We’re Looking For
Required:
- 5+ years of CNC turning and programming experience
- Experience with live tooling, Y-axis, and sub-spindle lathes
- Strong proficiency with Fanuc controls
- Experience with Hypermill or similar CAM software
- Strong blueprint reading and GD&T understanding
- Ability to design tooling and fixturing solutions
- Process-driven mindset with troubleshooting ability
- Reliable, safety-minded, and team-oriented
Preferred (Not Required):
- Aerospace or Medical machining experience
- Multi-axis or turn-mill experience
- Engineering degree (Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related field)
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Why Machinists Like Working Here
Machinists and engineers choose Prosper-Tech because:
- Clean, organized, professional shop
- Modern multi-axis equipment
- High-precision aerospace & medical work
- Steady workload and growth
- Real engineering involvement — not just button pushing
- Competitive pay and strong benefits
- A team that values professionalism, trust, and teamwork
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Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range: $35 – $45/hr (DOE)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Overtime: Available as needed
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision (effective Day 1)
- Life Insurance
- Aflac supplemental coverage
- Simple IRA with 3% employer match (after 90 days)
- Paid Holidays (after 90 days)
- Paid Vacation (after 90 days)
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Apply
Interested machinists and manufacturing engineers can apply directly through hireCNC.
Fields of study
- CNC
- Machining
Years of experience
- 5+ years of experience
Salary range
- $35 - $45 an hour
Required languages
- English
Required skills
- Multi turret horizontal with yaxis and sub spindle
- Single turret horizontal with yaxis and sub spindle
CAM Software Experience
- hyperMILL
CNC Controls Experience
- Fanuc
Machine Type Programming Experience
- Lathe w/ Milling (Mill Turn)