CNC Manufacturing Engineer/Programmer

East Peoria, IL – Full Time: Productive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team for our customer's facility in East Peoria, IL. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will be a highly skilled and hands-on CNC Programmer / Machine Shop Lead to oversee CNC programming, machine setup, process development, and daily technical leadership within a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a CNC expert who can take ownership of the machine shop, lead complex setups, mentor operators, and help scale operations during a significant expansion phase. The successful candidate will work directly from solid models and engineering drawings to design fixturing, generate CNC programs, prove out processes, and document production-ready operator instructions. This individual will serve as the technical authority for CNC machining while laying the foundation for future team growth. This is a full-time position that is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization.

Duties: Program, setup, and run CNC machines using Fanuc controls, including:5-axis machining centers3-axis machining centers Upcoming 9-axis mill-turn machinesCNC camshaft grinding equipment Develop complete machining processes from concept to production:

• Review solid models and drawings
• Design and implement fixturing
• Generate and optimize G-code
• Select tooling and cutting strategies
• Prove out and validate machining processes

Preferred: Background in engine components, rotating assemblies, or precision machined parts. Experience with CNC grinding (camshaft grinding a plus).Familiarity with multiple CNC control platforms beyond Fanuc. Experience supporting shop growth, equipment additions, or facility expansions. Manufacturing Engineering or technical degree, or equivalent hands-on experience. CAM software such as Mastercam, SmartCAM, or similar. CAD tools including SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent. Experience with multiple CNC platforms and machine builders. Fixture design and set-up design. CAD to CAM programming experience, MasterCAM desirable. Fanuc controller experience. As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate is required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States. Why work for Productive Resources? Productive Resources is a full-service engineering firm with over two decades of experience serving leading global clients. Our expertise is project-based product development and manufacturing engineering support. Our primary focus industries are off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, defense, mining, recreational, industrial, and specialty machines. We lead with our reputation for quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions. We invest in our people, providing resources and opportunities for ongoing development. Our workplace fosters innovation, prioritizes the well-being of our team, and encourages creativity. Our diverse experience and client base will challenge your technical skills and provide greater opportunities for growth.