CAD Programmer – De Pere, WI

From hand painted signs on walls in Green Bay, Wisconsin to gaining visibility on some of the biggest stages around us, Jones Sign has stood the test of time and embraced innovation since 1910. Jones Sign has grown from a small sign shop to a premier national sign manufacturing company. Our manufacturing facilities boast 430,000 square feet of production space.

We do work for well-known brands and venues and are featured in the spotlights.

From design and permitting to fabrication and installation, our team of more than 500 professional employees is poised to support each other with every project. Our team prides themselves on completion time, delivering on budget, and collaborating from start to finish.

Jones Sign provides opportunity, stability, growth, leadership, and an inspiring culture to those who choose to go after it.

Are you ready to accomplish your vision?

This position is based out of our manufacturing facility located in De Pere, WI.

Job Summary:

Provide leadership and continuous improvement for the CAD department. Operate CAD/CAM-based computer software to provide programs and other critical details for CNC machines; create set up sheets and tooling sheets for the CNC operators. Manage all programs accessible to each machine, control current program revisions on the shop floor, and assist in the design of work holding fixtures. The essence and success of this position lies in collaborating with the fabrication team to strategize advanced programming methods to enhance fabrication speed, accuracy, and quality.

Duties and Expectations:

CAD file set-up to maximize output of the router

Retrieve CAD data and translate these files to the proper format to read files into offline programming software for designing, detailing and changes as per shop requirements.

Preparation of CNC programs for CNC controls in relevant language

Assist operators by answering questions pertaining to any problems found in the CNC programs and/or part files supplied

Prioritize continuous improvement to identify and implement processes that will improve productivity, quality, profitability

Quickly troubleshoot issues on-the-spot to meet customer quality expectations  

Consistently demonstrate sound safety practices, as well as the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Effectively manage time to ensure on-time delivery of every project  

Cross-train in the shop based on workload

Gain knowledge and expertise on the following equipment:

Trumpf 3040 6KW Fiber Laser

Multicam Water Jet

Beisse Rover A 2264G FT Router

Multicam Router (3000 and 5000)

Education, Experience, and Skills:

HS diploma: technical diploma preferred 

A minimum of 2-5 years of CAD experience on large CNC machine cutting equipment, including strong technical knowledge of machining processes

Routing experience along with familiarity of flexi-design software 

Ability to read blueprints  

Knowledge and understanding of Boost and AutoCAD preferred

Preferred knowledge and understanding of Fusion 360 software

We are a leading sign company in the U.S. and provide an attractive benefits package:

Health & Wellbeing Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Leading Edge Tools & Technology

YMCA Health & Fitness Membership

Education & Advancement Opportunities

Incentive Programs

Charitable Contributions Match

And More!

Jones Sign Company is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse workplace that promotes a culture of trust, respect, and transparent communication.