CNC Programmer - Mastercam | Large-Part Machining & Advanced Manufacturing
Skyway Precision · Plymouth, MI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $100k–$115k
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Skyway Precision (industrial) in Plymouth, MI. In this role, you will: Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam Develop machining strategies for large and complex cast components Support new product launches and process improvements Work closely with machinists during setup, prove-out.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- DOE, Robotics, Automation, CNC, Machining, Casting
- Base pay
- $100k–$115k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k. This one lists $100k–$115k.
Median of the low and high ends of 63 live postings that list pay, out of 970 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Michigan plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 26 other live manufacturing postings in Michigan.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 59%
- ✓ CNC 48%
- Team leadership 44%
- ✓ Machining 37%
- ✓ Robotics 30%
- EHS / safety 26%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for DOE, Automation, Casting, New product launch, 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
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Skyway Precision
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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 does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
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 Skyway PrecisionAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
As Needed Experience Level
Senior (5+ years preferred) --- Why This Role Exists
Skyway Precision is expanding its advanced manufacturing capabilities and is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to support production at its Livonia, Michigan facility. This position plays a key role in programming complex machined castings used in industrial, agricultural, and heavy equipment applications. You'll work closely with engineering, quality, and machining teams to develop efficient machining processes, improve cycle times, and support continued growth in multi-axis manufacturing capabilities. This is an opportunity to join a growing company that continues to invest in automation, advanced machining technology, and long-term employee development. --- The Work You'll Be Doing
In this role, you will: Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam Develop machining strategies for large and complex cast components Support new product launches and process improvements Work closely with machinists during setup, prove-out, and production Review engineering drawings, models, and manufacturing
requirements
Select tooling, workholding, and machining methods Improve cycle times and overall machining efficiency Troubleshoot programming and machining issues Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure successful manufacturing outcomes --- Machines, Controls & Technology
You'll work with equipment such as: Machines CNC Horizontal Machining Centers CNC Vertical Machining Centers Nakamura-Tome CNC Equipment Fastems Automated Manufacturing Systems Advanced Multi-Axis Machining Technology Controls Fanuc Controls Software Mastercam CAD Software (preferred) Quality Equipment Advanced Inspection Equipment CMM Technology --- Materials You'll Work With
Gray Iron Ductile Iron Aluminum High Silicon Moly Ni-Resist Castings Projects range from smaller precision-machined components to large industrial castings used in demanding manufacturing environments. --- What We're Looking ForRequired
5+ years of CNC programming experience Strong Mastercam programming experience Experience programming CNC mills and machining centers Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation Strong understanding of tooling, workholding, cutting parameters, and machining strategy Experience supporting setup, prove-out, and production machining Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Preferred
CAD experience Multi-axis machining experience Experience programming large-part machining applications Fanuc control familiarity Experience machining cast materials Manufacturing engineering experience --- Why Programmers Like Working Here
Manufacturing professionals choose Skyway Precision because: Family-owned company with more than 55 years of manufacturing success Growing organization with multiple facilities across Michigan and Wisconsin Opportunity to work on challenging large-part machining applications Significant investment in automation and manufacturing technology Fastems automated pallet systems and advanced machining platforms Collaborative environment where programmers work directly with machinists and engineering teams Opportunities to influence manufacturing processes and continuous improvement efforts Stable workload serving diversified industries beyond traditional automotive manufacturing --- Pay, Benefits & SchedulePay Range
$1,500 Sign-On Bonus (paid after 90 days) Monthly Individual Performance Bonuses Annual Company Performance Bonuses Holiday Bonuses Benefits
Medical Insurance (Multiple BCBS Plan Options) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance AD&D Coverage Disability Coverage Accident Coverage 401(k) with Company Match (50% match up to 6%) Paid Time Off (104 Hours) Paid Holidays Schedule
Day Shift Overtime As needed to support production
requirements
and new program launches --- Apply Today
If you're an experienced Mastercam Programmer who enjoys solving manufacturing challenges, developing efficient machining processes, and working with advanced CNC technology, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today through hireCNC to be considered for a CNC Programmer opportunity with Skyway Precision.
