About this opportunity
Morning Machinist lists this Senior CNC Programmer / Machinist opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Location: Louisville, KY area (exact shop confidential)
Pay: $60-70 per hour (based on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced CNC Senior Programmer/Machinist to take the lead on complex machining projects in a fast-paced, precision manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for someone with advanced CNC programming skills in Esprit and Mastercam who enjoys both hands-on machining and leadership responsibilities.
You’ll be programming and supporting setups for advanced CNC equipment—including Star CNC Swiss lathes, multi-axis turn-mill centers, and 3-5 axis mills —while ensuring parts meet exacting tolerances and production goals.
This is a great opportunity for a top-tier CNC professional looking to make an impact at a well-established, family-oriented shop that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Create, optimize, and troubleshoot CNC programs using Esprit and Mastercam
Program and support setups for:3-5 Axis Mills
Star CNC Swiss lathes
CNC Turn-Mill Centers
Lead or assist with CNC setups to maximize efficiency and accuracy
Read and interpret complex blueprints, GD&T, and part specifications
Ensure high-tolerance machining and consistent quality across projects
Prioritize and manage multiple machining jobs from start to finish
Contribute to continuous improvement of processes, tooling, and cycle times
Qualifications
5+ years of CNC programming and machining experience
Advanced proficiency in Esprit and Mastercam
Proven experience with multi-axis CNC machining (Swiss, multi-axis lathe, mill-turn, mill)
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to streamline manufacturing processes
Excellent teamwork, communication, and project management skills
$60-70/hour (depending on experience)
medical insurance for you and your family
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
This is a rare opportunity to step into a lead-level CNC programming and machining role at a confidential but respected manufacturer in the Louisville, KY area. If you’re ready to put your Esprit and Mastercam experience to work on cutting-edge projects, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your CNC career.
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