CNC Programmer

Description

Must be a US person. A US person is a U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(2)), or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324(a)(3) (i.e., foreign nationals such as refugees & asylees)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Develops, modifies, and maintains CNC programs using CAM software to support production requirements.

Interprets engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, specifications, and customer technical data packages.

Optimizes machining strategies to improve cycle time, tool life, quality, and overall manufacturing efficiency.

Collaborates with Manufacturing Engineers and Machinists to troubleshoot programming or machining issues.

Supports new product introductions (NPI) through program development, process validation, and first article support.

Selects appropriate tooling, fixtures, feeds, and speeds based on material and part complexity.

Performs program simulations and verification to ensure safe and accurate execution.

Maintains documentation including setup sheets, tool lists, and program revision control.

Assists with root cause analysis and corrective actions related to machining or quality issues.

Ensures compliance with company procedures, safety standards, and industry/regulatory requirements (e.g., aerospace, NADCAP where applicable).

Provides technical guidance to machinists during setup and production runs.

Supports continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, process efficiency, and waste elimination.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience;
Master's degree preferred

Minimum of 3-5 years of hands‑on CNC programming experience required in a production machining environment.

Demonstrated experience programming CNC milling and/or turning equipment, including multi-axis machines, using G-code and/or CAM software

Strong proficiency with CNC programming software and tools

Solid understanding of machining principles, tooling selection, fixturing, cutting parameters, and material behavior

Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and revision-controlled documentation

Experience supporting CNC program prove-outs, first article inspections, and ongoing production troubleshooting

Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies as applied to CNC machining processes

Familiarity with quality management systems and regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, NADCAP exposure preferred)

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions

Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across Engineering, Production, and Quality teams

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems (ERP/MES exposure preferred)

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer for CNC programming, process development, and documentation

Ability to stand and walk throughout the manufacturing floor for extended periods during machine prove‑outs, troubleshooting, and production support

Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to access machines, fixtures, and tooling

Ability to occasionally lift, push, or pull items weighing up to 25 pounds (e.g., tooling, fixtures, or components), with or without reasonable accommodation

Visual acuity required to review CNC programs, engineering drawings, part features, and inspection results

Manual dexterity required to operate standard office equipment and interact with machine controls and tooling

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery, cutting fluids, metal chips, noise, and temperature variations

Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and other protective gear as required

Ability to comply with all safety policies and procedures in a regulated manufacturing environment

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