5-Axis CNC Programmer / Machinist
Phoenix Laser Solutions LLC · Meadville, MS
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Phoenix Laser Solutions LLC (industrial) in Meadville, MS.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- GD&T, CNC, Machining, Injection molding, Welding, Tooling
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.
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.
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How this role compares
Against 9 other live manufacturing postings in Mississippi.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ CNC 80%
- ✓ Machining 60%
- ✓ Tooling 50%
- Team leadership 40%
- 5S 20%
- OEE 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention 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 Phoenix Laser Solutions LLC
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 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?
- 4
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- 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 Phoenix Laser Solutions LLCAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
Program, setup, and operate 5-Axis CNC milling machines independently Create efficient, reliable toolpaths from prints and 3D CAD models Develop and optimize programs using Mastercam (multi-axis strategies required) Select tooling, fixturing, and machining strategies for complex geometries Interpret and apply GD&T (ASME Y14.5) to meet tight tolerances Perform first article inspections and validate processes Troubleshoot machining issues and refine programs for quality and cycle time Contribute to continuous improvement in machining methods and workflows Collaborate with other departments to support repair and manufacturing projects Required Skills & Capabilities Strong working knowledge of GD&T (ANSI/ASME Y14.5) Advanced CAM programming experience (Mastercam preferred) Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and CAD models Proven ability to machine high-tolerance, multi-surface parts Strong problem-solving skills and process intuition Excellent attention to detail and quality mindset Ability to work independently and take ownership of outcomes Comfortable working in a fast-paced, job-shop environment Preferred Experience 5+ years CNC machining experience 3+ years programming and running 5-Axis mills Experience with manual machining (Bridgeport or equivalent) CAD/CAM modeling experience (Mastercam or similar) What We Offer Competitive pay aligned with senior-level skill sets Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Simple IRA with up to 3% employer match Paid Time Off Clean, climate-controlled shop Annual performance reviews with raise potential Long-term stability and growth in a specialized, high-precision manufacturing environment