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
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience as a CNC Programmer
- 2+ years of multi-axis CNC Programming experience
- 10+ years of experience as a setup Machinist or Lathe Machinist
- Mastercam experience.
- Basic level of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Self-starter capable for developing quick and accurate turnaround of programs within established guidelines
- Ability to manage time and problem solve in a fast-paced environment of constant change
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while providing excellent customer service
- Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools to ensure correct tolerances
- Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost-sensitive
- High standard of attention to detail
What's in it for you
- We offer a competitive salary
- In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
- Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
- Dental and Vision
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid caregiver leave
- You will receive 3 weeks of PTO, plus Holiday Pay and Volunteer Hours
- 401k with company match and immediate vest
- Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
- Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
- And More!
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What We Do
Protolabs is the world's fastest digital manufacturing source for rapid prototyping and on-demand production. The technology-enabled company produces custom parts and assemblies in as fast as 1 day with automated 3D printing, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and injection molding processes. Our digital approach to manufacturing enables accelerated time to market, reduces development and production costs, and minimizes risk throughout the product life cycle.
3D Printing
Our 3D printing service offers a wide selection of materials and technologies to create prototypes and end-use parts with complex geometries and detailed features. With tight process controls, careful design reviews, and extensive quality monitoring, we ensure precise and repeatable 3D-printed parts, every time.
CNC Machining
We use 3- and 5-axis milling along with turning to machine parts from commercial-grade plastics and metals. Our online quoting system and automated manufacturing process enable us to ship parts within 24 hours, helping customers accelerate development and reduce time to market.
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Protolabs is an industry leader in quick-turn sheet metal parts for both prototyping and low-volume production. Our digital approach to manufacturing enables us to fabricate sheet metal parts in as fast as 5 days. Additionally, we can support our customers’ development efforts with component assemblies, several finish options, and screen printing.
Injection Molding
Our injection molding service offers two options—prototyping and on-demand manufacturing—which provide customers a tooling solution that aligns with their project’s requirements. It’s used for quick-turn prototyping, bridge tooling, and low-volume production of up to 10,000+ parts in 15 days or less.







