CNC Programmer

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Position Summary :

The CNC Programmer develops, optimizes, and maintains CNC programs to produce precision components that meet customer specifications, cost targets, and delivery schedules. This role is responsible for CNC programming in MasterCam, tool selection & sourcing, and fixturing as needed. While focused on our DMG 5-axis mill, the programmer also supports 2-axis lathes (Doosan), mill / turn (DMG / Nakamura), 3-axis mills (DMG / Victor), and a 510 Apex router. The role partners closely with Project Management, Production, and Quality to drive throughput, improve first-pass yield, and support continuous improvement across machining operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with the project team to clarify programming requirements for machined parts; provide time estimates for both processing and programming.
• Create efficient programs for high-mix / low-volume as well as high-volume production runs.
• Interpret customer technical documents, drawings, models, and standards to generate effective, compliant CNC programs.
• Develop, configure, and optimize CNC programs for parts with tolerances up to 0005" across multiple materials, predominantly stainless steel and aluminum.
• Determine measurement / inspection needs and advise quality personnel on appropriate methods and gauges.
• Establish best practices, standard routines, and innovative solutions to improve cycle times, tool life, and quality.
• Coordinate with project management on changes to scope, schedule, and costs; update programs, tool lists, and documentation accordingly.
• Identify and specify tooling and fixturing

requirements; support setup and prove-out at the machine.

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