CNC Programmer

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Full Time

Palm Bay, FL, US

4 days ago Requisition

The CNC Programmer is responsible for developing, modifying, and maintaining CNC programs, manufacturing drawings, CAD/CAM models, and operation work instructions to support safe, efficient, and compliant production. This role uses CAD/CAM software to generate machine code for CNC equipment and ensures programs, fixtures, tooling, and process documentation meet customer, quality, and internal procedural requirements.

• Apply advanced CNC programming experience to complex, close‑tolerance parts using equipment such as mills, lathes, mill‑turn machines, EDMs, Prima/Laserdyne fiber laser, Flow waterjet, and automation robots.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers and Operations to define the manufacturing plan, confirm work scope, and ensure customer and proposal requirements are clearly understood.
• Review, interpret, and create CAD models, blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Design work holding fixtures, jigs, and tooling concepts to support the manufacturing process.
• Use CAM software to generate, modify, and optimize CNC program code.
• Create operation work instruction sheets using CAD/CAM software, models, and internal documentation standards.
• Develop efficient manufacturing processes with consideration for safety, cost, quality, delivery, and repeatability.
• Determine appropriate tooling, speeds, feeds, fixtures, and machining strategies.
• Run and verify programs using simulation and verification software prior to release.
• Create internal drawings, part models, and supporting documentation as required for manufacturing and work instructions.
• Maintain NC Program Control database and required documentation in accordance with Shapes procedures.
• Participate in technical discussions with customers, suppliers, Engineering, Quality, and Operations as needed.
• Support Engineering Manager assignments and cross‑functional manufacturing improvement initiatives.
• Follow all applicable AS9100, customer, regulatory, and internal quality system requirements.
• Ensure CNC programs, drawings, models, and work instructions are controlled, accurate, and traceable.
• Support corrective actions, process improvements, and documentation updates related to programming or manufacturing issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 5 years of CNC programming and machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using CAD/CAM software such as Cenit, Catia, Mastercam, Siemens NX, or equivalent systems.
• Proficient with CNC equipment and controllers including Laserdyne, Flow Waterjet, Hurco, Siemens, Mazak, and Mori.
• Strong knowledge of machine processes, manufacturing techniques, tooling, materials, GD&T, blueprint interpretation, shop mathematics, and precision measurement devices.
• Ability to develop machining processes, production tooling, and work holding solutions for close‑tolerance metal components.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and make sound technical decisions in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with shop personnel.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to travel throughout the manufacturing facility and perform work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

• Must be able to lift, move, transport and load items across the building up to 50 pounds at times.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position and constantly re‑position self to perform required tasks.
• Constantly operate machinery required for this job.
• May be required to work on slippery and uneven surfaces.
• May be exposed to physical hazards from moving equipment, heavy equipment, and machine…