CNC Programmer
Delva · Paullina, IA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $60k–$80k
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 75+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Delva (industrial) in Paullina, IA. Drive product quality by identifying manufacturing challenges, developing cost‑effective solutions, including scrap reduction, and overseeing process improvement initiatives implemented successfully into production.
- They ask for
- 75+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, 5S, ISO 9001, AS9100, CNC, Machining
- Base pay
- $60k–$80k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in Iowa: typical posted base $60k–$80k. This one lists $60k–$80k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 18 manufacturing technician openings in Iowa, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 16 other live manufacturing postings in Iowa.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (75+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 59%
- ✓ CNC 53%
- ✓ Machining 35%
- Team leadership 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for 5S, ISO 9001, AS9100, SolidWorks, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Delva in Paullina
2 other open roles at this site · 1 person we found in manufacturing roles at Delva.
- Senior CNC Programmer · Manufacturing · Technician
- Senior CNC Programmer - Precision Machining Expert · Manufacturing · Technician
Full description from DelvaAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
Mill Creek Machining (MCM), a Delva Tool & Machine (DTM) company, is seeking a CNC Programmer for our Paullina, IA location. The CNC Programmer will have day‑to‑day duties that include planning and applying manufacturing practices to research and develop tools, processes, machines, and equipment. This role also integrates facilities and systems for producing quality products with optimal expenditure, continuous improvement, and cost reduction. If you are looking for an organization and career that will match your strong work ethic and passion for success, Mill Creek Machining is a great place to start.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am–5:00 pm. Annual salary: $60,000–$80,000 per year, depending on experience.
Responsibilities
- ◆Drive product quality by identifying manufacturing challenges, developing cost‑effective solutions, including scrap reduction, and overseeing process improvement initiatives implemented successfully into production.
- ◆Support all new first‑time runs and part deviations with set‑up technicians to ensure optimal efficiencies of tooling and production.
- ◆Take part from print to production on horizontal/vertical machining centers and 2‑axis to 8‑axis lathes.
- ◆Work with Production and Quality Control teams to resolve manufacturing and quality concerns related to methods, processes, tooling, equipment, and product design.
- ◆Support estimating team by reviewing sales quotes; assess the impact of changes to cost, schedule, resources, and delivery.
- ◆Maintain a clean and organized work environment through 5S controls.
- ◆Work with SolidWorks and CamWorks.
Experience, Qualifications, and Skills
- ✓Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education is preferred.
- ✓5+ years of production machining experience is required.
- ✓3+ years of utilizing CAD software to generate CNC programs from solid models.
- ✓Knowledge of aerospace and defense programs is preferred.
- ✓Working knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100 and quality standards.
- ✓Experience with 5S controls/willingness to learn 5S controls.
Benefits and Perks
Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to, a competitive pay rate, accrued vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, health, dental, and vision insurance, and Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, and life/AD&D insurance.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Sales, General Business, and Education
Industries
Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing
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About us
Delva Tool & Machine (DTM) and its 6 locations specialize in precision machining, fabrication, and assembly of highly engineered components. With over 175 years of combined experience, 300,000 sq. ft. of floor space, 250 CNC machines, and 350 talented employees across 6 locations in the United States and Canada, we leverage our expertise and state‑of‑the‑art CNC machining capabilities to deliver quality machined parts to customers worldwide. Our primary commitment is to provide customers with a quality product, on‑time delivery, and competitive pricing.
Core Values
- •Relentlessly Driven to Excel – We take pride in mastering our craft, pushing ourselves to be the best, and constantly improving. “Good enough” is never enough.
- •Tech‑Forward Problem‑Solvers – We embrace challenges with a solution‑oriented mindset, thinking critically and adapting quickly to get the job done. We seek out and leverage the best technology and processes, appropriately automating to be more agile and lean.
- •Accountable & Dependable – We take ownership of our work, meet deadlines, and follow through on our commitment; no excuses and no self‑victimizing.
- •Team‑First Mentality – We collaborate, communicate, and support each other, knowing that success comes from effective collaboration.
- •Integrity in Everything – We do what’s right, even when no one is watching. Honesty, transparency, and respect guide our decisions.