** CNC Programmer

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC · Grandview, MO

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Level: Technician
Team: Manufacturing
Industry: Industrial
Posted: 25 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level manufacturing role at DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC (industrial) in Grandview, MO.

Tools it names: OEE, CNC, Machining, Tooling

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$92k.

Median of the low and high ends of 73 live postings that list pay, out of 1207 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 16 other live manufacturing postings in Missouri.

Experience asked: Not stated

Skills these teams ask for most

Team leadership 65%
✓ Tooling 41%
Lean 29%
✓ Machining 29%
Root cause 24%
FDA / GMP 24%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for OEE, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

At a glance

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How to get in at this plant

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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC
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One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

Full description from DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLCAs posted on their careers site.Show

Required Skills / Experience / Equipment Operation

✓Must have sufficient experience and training in machine shop practices.
✓Expertise in machine programming, set-up, and operation of both manual and CNC equipment
✓Extensive knowledge in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, 2D and 3D models.
✓Experience as a leader and proven ability to effectively lead individuals and teams.
✓Expertise and experience running, setting up and programming multiple machine platform types (Horizontal Mills, Vertical Mills, Sub-Spindle Lathes)
✓Must display and maintain a positive attitude.
✓Must have a continuous improvement mindset and be able to present and implement positive change

responsibilities

and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the position remains at-will.

We believe in transparent and equitable pay. All U.S. job postings include a good faith salary range based on role, location, experience, and internal equity. We're happy to discuss compensation openly throughout the hiring process.?

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Description

The CNC Programmer located in Grandview, MO reports to our Plant Manager and is responsible for developing new CNC programs, designing tooling and creating machining processes. The role is seen as a leader and the subject matter expert in the area of metal machining. These functions are performed in a fast paced manufacturing environment that produces existing and new products.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)

•Safety Incident Rate
•Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
•Production Cycle Time
•Operation Efficiency
•Finished Goods Quality
•Customer On-Time Shipment

Working Conditions

Work environment is very fast paced. Work is primarily conducted on the shop floor.