CNC Programmer/Manufacturing Specialist

Geartec, Inc · Madison, AL

Level: Technician
Team: Manufacturing
Experience asked: 3+ years
Industry: Industrial
Posted: Recently

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level manufacturing role at Geartec, Inc (industrial) in Madison, AL. Develop, verify, and optimize CNC programs using GibbsCAM (or equivalent).

They ask for: 3+ years
Tools it names: Lean, GD&T, CNC, Machining, Tooling

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k.

Median of the low and high ends of 63 live postings that list pay, out of 1043 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 29 other live manufacturing postings in Alabama.

Experience asked: Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ CNC 80%
✓ Tooling 73%
✓ Machining 67%
✓ GD&T 33%
Team leadership 27%
✓ Lean 20%

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

It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled CNC Programmer / Manufacturing Specialist with a strong background in precision turning, milling and associated process development.

This role involves creating efficient machining processes. A solid understanding of quality planning and inspection documentation is beneficial. Experience in gear manufacturing is a significant plus.

Key Responsibilities

◆Develop, verify, and optimize CNC programs using GibbsCAM (or equivalent)
◆Design and model tooling and fixtures using Autodesk Inventor (or equivalent)
◆Create process drawings or redraw of existing customer supplied drawings for clarity
◆Apply GD&T principles to drawings and process documentation
◆Plan machining sequences for turning, milling, and VTL operations
◆Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure process reliability
◆Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives

Qualifications

✓Proficiency in GibbsCAM and Autodesk Inventor (or equivalent)
✓Strong understanding of GD&T and dimensional inspection practices
✓Experience with turning, milling, and VTL equipment
✓Knowledge of macro programming a plus
✓Background in quality planning and inspection documentation
✓Experience in gear manufacturing is a plus
✓Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

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Job Title: CNC Programmer / Manufacturing Specialist

Location: Geartec, Willoughby OH 44094

Employment Type: Full-Time

Why Join Us

•Competitive compensation and benefits package
•Opportunities for training and career growth
•Collaborative environment focused on precision and innovation

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