Manufacturing Technician-CNC Programmer in Frederick, Maryland at Phoenix Mecano

The CNC Programmer is responsible for creating, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs for machining operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality components.

· Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks) and CAM (Mastercam 2026) for CNC programming.

· Generate and maintain CNC programs utilizing Mastercam 2026.

· Verify new CNC programs prior to release to the shop floor.

· Provide daily operator support on HAAS machines in the form of CNC programming and troubleshooting on the production floor.

· Support and optimize automation systems, including Universal Robots (UR).

Manage and maintain tooling dispensing machines to support efficient production.

· Develop and maintain production fixtures.

· Collaborate with cross-functional engineering departments to support NPI, resolve manufacturing challenges and enhance safety, quality and cost.

· Monitor and improve CNC cycle times and machine utilization.

Physical Requirements of the job include:

· Frequent standing and walking in a manufacturing environment.

· Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

· Ability to use computers, machine interfaces, measuring equipment, and hand tools.

· Ability to wear required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear, and other required protective equipment.

· Exposure to a manufacturing environment including noise, machine operation, metal chips, lubricants, and coolants.

Join Our Team: Where Work-Life Balance Meets Career Growth

We prioritize stability, work-life balance, and professional growth, which is why we’ve been successful for over 45 years. We offer a supportive culture that promotes these values.

Benefits you receive working here include:

· Generous Time Off: Annually 9 paid holidays/80 hours of Paid time off/40 hours paid sick leave (pro-rated).

· Comprehensive Benefits: Cigna medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family.

· Additional Benefits: Flexible Spending Account-medical & dependent care, short term disability and long-term disability

· Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match and employees are 100% vested at enrollment

· Financial Wellness: planning and preparation guidance from trusted advisors

· Identity protection: free employee or family plan with Norton LifeLock

· Life and AD&D Coverage: $50,000 Company paid life insurance, plus buy-up options for voluntary life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance for you, your spouse and your children

· Employee Assistance Program: Access to free behavioral health services (counseling), webinars and resources on legal, financial and wellness topics

· Growth Opportunities: Ongoing training and tuition assistance to help you advance your career and professional development

· Discounted membership: 10% off membership at YMCA of Frederick County

• Proficiency with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Proficiency with CAM software, preferably Mastercam.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, tooling, fixtures, and cutting parameters.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
• Experience troubleshooting machining and programming issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work directly with operators and production personnel to improve manufacturing processes.
• Must be able to speak, read, write English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position.

Previous experience required is 3-5 years of CNC programming experience in a manufacturing or machining environment. In addition, it would be beneficial if candidates also have the following:

• Experience programming HAAS CNC machine controls.
• Experience with vertical milling operations.
• Experience with Universal Robots (UR) and manufacturing automation.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with tooling management systems and tooling dispensers.