CNC Programmer

Greensboro , NC / Kernersville , NC / Winston-Salem , NC

POSITION TITLE
: CNC Programmer

DATE
:
Aug 2026

FLSA STATUS
:
Exempt

DEPT
:
Manufacturing

LOC
:
North Carolina

POSITION SUMMARY :
The CNC Programmer reports to the Engineering Manager and is responsible for creating and documenting the process to produce and inspect parts in conformance with customer specifications. CNC Programmer will utilize software including Mastercam, CAMplete, CIMCO, Excel and others to create and manage CNC programs and paperwork for shop floor production.

• Develop CNC programs necessary to produce parts, tools, and fixtures from provided drawings and models.
• Provide setup sheets with tooling and work holding descriptions.
• Secure tooling and work holding not already available to the shop floor.
• Provide inspection sheets to allow verification of each machining operation.
• Work with programming team to standardize tooling, processes, and documentation.
• Work with engineering department personnel to make any changes to process planning.
• Work with the purchasing department to coordinate ordering of required supplies and tooling.
• Work in conjunction with shop floor personnel to change, update, and improve programs and processes.
• Attend and complete training opportunities provided or assigned by the Engineering Manager.
• Attend status meetings as determined by the Engineering Manager/Operations Manager.
• Follow safety practices, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with cost estimating as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Programmers are expected to be present on the shop floor when required for troubleshooting and assistance.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least five years of CNC programming experience in a manufacturing environment using Mastercam software.
• Experience with programming standard and multi axis live tool lathes, 3, 4, & 5 axis machining centers, as well as CNC routers.
• Proficient with GD&T and have a working knowledge of American National Standards (ANSI Y14.5).
• Ability to work to specifications with extremely high attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal oversight.
• Extremely detail-oriented.

This position requires the ability to work in seated or standing positions for prolonged periods of time, perform office and clerical duties including use of office tools. Programmers are expected to be present on shop floor when required.

The working environment is hybrid machine shop and communal office space. Daily contact with employees in other departments is required.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected by the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.