CNC/NC Programmer
Listed on 2026-08-04
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer -
Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer
Summary
The CNC Programmer is responsible for creating, maintaining, and optimizing CNC programs to support Van-Am Tool & Engineering’s machining operations. This position translates engineering blueprints and 3D CAD designs into precise machine instructions, selects appropriate tooling, validates programs through simulation and prove-out, and partners with engineering, production, and quality teams to improve efficiency, maintain specification compliance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
SummaryThe CNC Programmer is responsible for creating, maintaining, and optimizing CNC programs to support Van-Am Tool & Engineering’s machining operations. This position translates engineering blueprints and 3D CAD designs into precise machine instructions, selects appropriate tooling, validates programs through simulation and prove-out, and partners with engineering, production, and quality teams to improve efficiency, maintain specification compliance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
EssentialFunctions
- Review 3D CAD models and engineering drawings to develop CNC programs using CAD/CAM software
- Write, modify, and optimize CNC programs for lathes, mills, grinders, and other machining equipment
- Determine machining sequences, cutting paths, tooling requirements, speeds, feeds, tolerances, and material requirements for each job
- Conduct program simulations and machine prove-outs to validate CNC programs and make required adjustments
- Prepare setup sheets, tooling lists, work holding documentation, and production instructions to support efficient manufacturing
- Support Sales and Engineering with new part quotations by estimating raw material requirements, machining cycle times, tooling needs, and fixturing packages
- Collaborate with engineers, machinists, and quality personnel to resolve programming, setup, and production issues
- Continuously improve setup times, tooling utilization, machining efficiency, and overall process performance
- Maintain CNC programs, program libraries, setup documentation, and revision-controlled records
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, customer specifications, and applicable Quality Management System requirements
- Provide training and technical support to machinists and other staff on CNC programming practices
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