CNC Lathe Programmer

We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to support a high-precision manufacturing operation in the San Jose area. This position will be responsible for developing, proving out, troubleshooting, and optimizing CNC programs for complex, tight-tolerance components.The ideal candidate will have a strong machining foundation and programming experience across CNC milling and/or turning, with particular interest in candidates experienced with 5-axis milling, multi-axis turning, or mill-turn applications.

Shift: 1st Shift

Compensation: Competitive, market-rate compensation based on experience and technical capabilities. Specific compensation will be discussed during the interview process.

Responsibilities:

Develop, proof, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC programs for complex precision components.
Program CNC mills and/or lathes, including advanced 5-axis, multi-axis, and mill-turn applications.
Develop machining strategies from engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements.
Utilize CAM software such as Mastercam, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, or similar platforms.
Maintain strong working knowledge of G-code and make programming adjustments as needed.
Determine appropriate tooling, workholding, speeds, feeds, and machining strategies.
Simulate and verify programs for toolpath accuracy, collision avoidance, and efficient machine operation.
Work directly with machinists and setup personnel during prove-outs, machine setups, and first article runs.
Troubleshoot programming, tooling, workholding, dimensional, and machining issues on the shop floor.
Optimize programs and processes to improve cycle time, setup efficiency, tool life, repeatability, and scrap rates.
Maintain programming documentation, tooling information, setup documentation, and revision history.
Partner with engineering and quality teams to ensure finished components meet customer specifications.

Requirements

8+ years of CNC machining/programming experience in a production environment.
Strong CNC programming experience with mills, lathes, or both.
Experience with 5-axis milling, multi-axis lathes, and/or mill-turn equipment is highly preferred.
Proficiency with Mastercam, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, or comparable CAM software.
Strong understanding of G-code programming.
Ability to interpret complex blueprints, CAD models, tolerances, and GD&T.
Strong understanding of tooling, workholding, speeds and feeds, and machining best practices.
Experience producing complex, tight-tolerance components.
Ability to troubleshoot problems directly at the machine and work closely with machinists during prove-out and production.

Benefits

Direct Hire
Health, Dental, and Vision
401k
PTO

Pay: $83,200.00 - $104,000.00 per year

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