CNC Programmer II Advance

Job Title: CNC Programmer 2 Advance

Company: Fisher Barton – Accurate Specialties Inc

Location: Accurate Specialties – 560 & 570 Bluemound Road, Waukesha, WI 53188

Job Type: Exempt Full-Time, 1st shift Monday-Through Friday

The Role

At Fisher Barton, we don’t just make parts; we provide solutions for the world’s most demanding environments. As a CNC Programmer 2 for our ASI division, you will be the bridge between complex engineering blueprints and physical reality. You’ll be responsible for developing high-precision programs for a variety of turning machines (Swiss, VTM, Horizontal), ensuring our components meet the standards our customers expect.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced CAD/CAM Programming: Write, edit, and optimize complex CNC programs for multi-axis turning centers (including live tooling, sub-spindle, twin turret, Y-axis, and B-axis configurations) utilizing CAM software.
• Program Development: Create, test, and optimize CNC programs for lathes using CAD/CAM software (Mastercam & SolidWorks).
• Process Optimization: Select appropriate tooling, speeds, feeds, and work-holding fixtures to maximize efficiency and minimize tool wear.
• Blueprint Analysis: Interpret complex technical drawings and 3D models, applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) to ensure 100% accuracy.
• Shop Floor Collaboration: Work closely with Machinists and Set-up Operators to prove out new programs and troubleshoot issues in real-time.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to reduce cycle times and improve part quality through innovative programming techniques.

What You’ll Need (Qualifications)

• Experience: 10 years minimum of experience in CNC programming within a high-precision manufacturing environment that has ISO:9001 accreditation. 
• Education: Technical Apprenticeship, Journeyman Card, Associates Degree, or Technical Diploma.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of CAD/CAM software (Mastercam, SolidWorks).
• Technical Literacy: Expert-level ability to read blueprints and a deep understanding of GD&T standards.
• Tooling Knowledge: Strong grasp of metallurgy and the specific tooling requirements for machining high-wear materials.
• Problem-Solving: A "first-time-right" mentality with the ability to troubleshoot G-code and M-code at the machine controller.

Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Employee, Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• 96 hours (12 days) Paid Time Off to start 
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• Health Savings Plans (HSA, FSA and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Eligibility to participate in the ONE Fisher Barton Quarterly Bonus Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Apprenticeship Programs
• Off-Site Team Building Events
• On-Site Cookouts and Celebrations
• Birthday and Anniversary Recognition
• Holiday parties
• And more!

As a successful CNC Programmer, you will be responsible for a variety of aspects of the machining programming to include programming equipment, testing and determining the best programming and machining methods for our specific applications, and working with engineering on customer expectations and requirements.

At Fisher Barton, we don’t just make parts; we provide solutions for the world’s most demanding environments. As a CNC Programmer for our ASI division, you will be the bridge between complex engineering blueprints and physical reality. You’ll be responsible for developing high-precision programs for a variety of turning machines (Swiss, VTM, Horizontal), ensuring our components meet the standards our customers expect.

We’re looking for a technical expert who thrives on precision, loves solving geometric puzzles, and enjoys seeing their code turn raw materials into high-performance components.