Prosper-Tech Machine & Tool
Richmond, Michigan
04/09/2026
Full time
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) Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. Published: March 2026 Why This Role Exists This role exists due to continued growth and increased production demand in aerospace and medical programs. At Prosper-Tech Machine & Tool , the Lead CNC Programmer - Turning plays a critical role in developing, optimizing, and leading CNC turning operations on complex, small-batch components. This is a leadership-level programming position focused on process ownership, quality, and continuous improvement - not just running pre-written programs. The Work You'll Be Doing In this role, you will: Program and set up multi-axis CNC turning centers Create and optimize toolpaths using Hypermill and longhand G/M code Work directly at the machine (Fanuc controls) to edit, refine, and validate programs Select tooling, determine workholding, and design fixturing Run high-mix, low-volume aerospace and medical jobs Estimate cycle times, tooling cost, and program efficiency Perform first-article validation and in-process inspection Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust feeds/speeds/offsets Develop process control plans and manage tool life Train and mentor setup machinists and operators Collaborate with operations and engineering to maintain schedule Machines, Controls & Software You'll work with equipment such as: Machines: Multi-channel dual-turret turn-mill lathes with sub-spindles and live tooling Controls: Fanuc CAM Software: Hypermill (Mastercam experience transferable) Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, indicators, bore gauges Materials You'll Work With Inconel Stainless Steel Titanium Aerospace-grade alloys What We're Looking ForRequired: 5+ years of CNC turning and programming experience Experience with live tooling, Y-axis, and sub-spindle lathes Strong proficiency with Fanuc controls CAM programming experience (Hypermill preferred) Blueprint reading & GD&T knowledge Ability to select tooling, design fixturing, and optimize parameters Comfortable leading jobs from setup through production Reliable, detail-oriented, and team-driven Preferred (Not Required): Aerospace or Medical machining experience Multi-axis turn-mill programming experience Experience mentoring or leading other machinists Why Machinists Like Working Here Machinists choose Prosper-Tech because: Clean, organized, professional shop Advanced multi-axis equipment High-precision aerospace & medical work Steady workload and growth Competitive pay and strong benefits Real leadership opportunity in a growing company A culture built on professionalism, trust, and teamwork 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) Apply Interested CNC Programmers can apply directly through hireCNC. Apply Now or save this job to review later.