CNC Machinist/Programmer

Partner with R&D Engineers in a Unique Role at an Industry Leader -- Not Your Typical Job ShopGrow your knowledge and your career on a collaborative team while earning great pay & benefitsTop five reasons to bring your CNC skills to Gentex Optics, Inc.:Provide input on tools and materials as you partner with engineers on a wide variety of projects, including R&D.Expand your skills on a collaborative team that shares knowledge.Demonstrate your potential to take your career in multiple directions within Gentex Optics and our global parent corporation, Essilor International.Earn great pay and benefits, including tuition reimbursement that could allow you to complete qualified 2-year or 4-year programs.Enjoy a positive, upbeat culture where people take pride in delivering to high standards. Reporting to the Tooling Supervisor, you will join a team of four and work with Machine Shop Supervisor and Engineering departments representatives (ME/GE) to determine feasibility and ability to fabricate, modify and design (drawings) of existing and new parts, fixtures and assemblies. You''ll help resolve issues with engineering designs, parts, methods and modifications to parts and molds. In addition, you''ll program and set up CNC machines, including mills and lathes, using Mastercam and SolidWorks and download these programs into machines using network, discs or thumb drives.To meet the basic qualification for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. In addition, to be a good fit for the CNC Machinist / Programmer opportunity, you will have:Education in advanced machining, programming and safety through a reputable education system/school.Advanced knowledge of Mastercam and SolidWorks software and G and M codes. and the ability to download and edit programs in various machine and adjust as needed.Knowledge of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include, but are not limited to, calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators and scales.Knowledge of reading and modifying drawings and specifications with an intermediate understanding of geometric tolerance and dimensions.Advanced knowledge of CNC machinery, including basic maintenance and troubleshooting of the equipment. Gentex Optics, Inc., a subsidiary of Essilor International, is a world leader in the manufacturing of ophthalmic products, technology, and research and development. Essilor International has put its expertise at the service of good vision in designing, manufacturing and distributing quality products and services through innovative business models. Today we provide solutions to correct and protect the visual health of the 7.7 billion people in the world. Essilor manufactures optical lenses under the Varilux®, Crizal®, Transitions®, and other brands, and has been on Forbes'' list of the World''s 100 Most Innovative Companies every year since 2010.EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Created: 2025-09-06