CNC Programmer Machinist - Mastercam

Job Description

CNC Programmer – Mastercam & Fanuc Controls

Location:
Santa Clara, CA
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Full-Time or Part-Time | 7:00 AM Start (flexibility up to 8:00 AM)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Permanent Opportunity
Pay Range: $40–$50/hour DOE (flexibility for highly qualified candidates)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer with strong Mastercam programming and Fanuc Control experience to join a fast-paced, high-production machine shop specializing in short-run, quick-turn projects.

This position requires someone who can independently program and support CNC horizontal and vertical mills, taking a part from blueprint to production with minimal to no training or supervision.

Experience with CNC milling equipment, including Matsuura, Yama, or similar machines, is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop, create, and modify CNC programs using Mastercam for horizontal and vertical milling machines.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications to determine machining requirements.
• Develop complete machining plans, including tooling selection, operation sequencing, work holding, and machine set-up requirements.
• Program and work with Fanuc Controls.
• Work with CNC horizontal and vertical mills, including Matsuura, Yama, and similar equipment.
• Machine components primarily made from aluminum and stainless steel.
• Troubleshoot programming, machining, and set-up issues independently to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with machinists and production personnel to maintain quality standards and meet production deadlines.
• Manage multiple programming priorities in a fast-paced, high-mix manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Mastercam programming experience required. Must be able to program independently without training.
• Experience with Fanuc Controls
• Experience programming CNC horizontal and vertical mills required.
• Strong CNC machine set-up knowledge, including tooling, fixtures, work holding, offsets, and machining processes.
• Ability to independently review a blueprint and develop a complete machining plan from start to finish.
• Experience with Matsuura, Yama, or similar CNC milling equipment preferred.
• Strong understanding of machining processes for aluminum and stainless-steel components..
• Ability to work independently with minimal instruction or supervision.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced machine shop with changing production priorities.