CNC Programmer

Come join a team that makes a difference here and around the world!

Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis based subsidiary of Grundfos, is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join its Vertical Turbine Pump Assembly team.

Why Peerless?

Founded in 1923, Peerless Pump Company is a US-based manufacturer of horizontal and vertical centrifugal pumps for fire, industrial, and municipal applications.  With pump installations in 145 countries, Peerless is globally recognized for engineering tough, reliable, and versatile pump solutions with extensive flow and pressure capabilities.  From our production facilities in Indianapolis and Houston to our service centers in Lubbock and Fresno, Peerless pumps are designed to protect people and property from fire and to bring water where it’s needed most.  Our product quality is second to none, but it’s our people who’ve made us Peerless for over 100years.  Our legacy of innovation is fueled by attracting, training, and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds.  With competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on development, growth, and innovation, Peerless employees come seeking a job but stay to build a career.
Are you passionate about ensuring product quality through precision measurement and hands-on problem solving?  Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

Are you passionate about optimizing CNC programs and machining processes to deliver precision-manufactured components at the highest quality?  Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our new CNC Programmer, you will be creating and optimizing CNC programs for multi-axis mills, lathes, and machining centers, working closely with manufacturing engineers and shop floor personnel to maximize throughput, quality, and efficiency.  You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing

As a key part of the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team, you'll create impact by Driving manufacturing excellence by developing optimized machining programs that reduce waste, improve quality, and keep our production running at peak performance.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Create and optimize CNC programs using G&M codes, selecting proper tooling and developing setup sheets for multi-axis mills, lathes, and machining centers
• Read and interpret engineering blueprints and collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers to support new and existing production requirements
• Control operating expenses by identifying root causes of waste and taking action to eliminate scrap, tool damage, and material loss
• Requisition special tools, tool holders, fixtures, and supplies to meet production needs and maintain uninterrupted operations
• Provide hands-on training and technical support to shop floor personnel on programming and machining best practices
• Maintain clear communication across the organization by keeping stakeholders informed through reports, records, and cross-functional collaboration

What makes you a great fit

Above all, you are a detail-oriented CNC programming expert with deep knowledge of multi-axis machining, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. 

We would also imagine that you have:

• Minimum 5 years of experience programming multi-axis mills, lathes, and machining centers
• Proven background machining advanced metallurgies including stainless steel, Inconel, Hastelloy, and titanium
• Hands-on CAD/CAM experience including probing cycles for multi-axis lathes and mills
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and technical documentation

It is a plus if you also:

• Experience working with multiple machine tool platforms and control systems
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor shop floor machinists and operators
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

Why you will love working here

We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:

• Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
• Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
• Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programs to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.

We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. 

We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds.

Are you ready to unlock possibilities at Peerless Pump? Apply today!

To get to know us better, follow us on LinkedIn or visit peerlesspump.com

Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.  Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa.  

The salary range for this position is $70,600-$101,085 (salaried, exempt).  Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile.  The range listed is just one component of Peerless Grundfos’s total compensation and benefits package for employees.  Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc.  Peerless Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Peerless participates in E-verify and is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.  All positions subject to post offer drug screening and background checks.

Peerless needs and welcomes professional people from all corners and backgrounds by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.  Employment decisions at Peerless and Grundfos are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.  Learn more about your rights as an applicant and pay transparency.  Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.