CNC Programmer

CNC Programmer

Full-time Irvine, CA, US Exclusive confidential search details shared with qualified applicants.

Benefits You'll Love

NextDeavor offers health, vision and dental benefits for contract employees Paid sick leave eligibility is contingent on state of residence Optional 401k Plan (excludes employer match) Opportunity to get your foot in the door at a well-established corporation, with potential for extended or permanent full-time employment

Become a Key Player as a CNC Programmer

You will program and optimize CNC milling and turning operations to enable accurate, repeatable production for the organization's precision components. You will work closely with machinists, process engineers, and production leads to validate programs during first-article runs and stabilize processes. Onsite in Irvine, CA.

Here's How You'll Make an Impact on the Team

• Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs for mills and lathes using Esprit CAM software
• Develop part setups, fixturing, machining strategies, operation sequences, tool selection, and speed/feed parameters for new products
• Prepare setup sheets and tool lists showing reference points and cutting paths
• Suggest and implement program improvements; revise programs to remove errors or omissions
• Support operators during first article runs and process stabilization
• Analyze method and material changes and contribute to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing activities
• Maintain technical knowledge through workshops and technical publications
• Perform cross-functional tasks and support the team as needed

Here's What You'll Need to Be Successful in This Role

• Demonstrable experience with Esprit programming software (non-negotiable)
• Proven experience with mill programming (non-negotiable)
• Completion of a related trade school program, AA, or equivalent training; or equivalent technical/production experience
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and engineering drawings
• Knowledge of N/C tooling, appropriate speeds and feeds for machined materials, and proper machine sequences
• Ability to work with general direction, prioritize tasks, and solve problems independently
• Experience applying continuous improvement methods to manufacturing functions
• Preferred: roughly two years' experience at the NC Programmer level

Here's What Else Might Help You Out

• Familiarity with Mastercam
• General knowledge of the aerospace industry and machine shop operations
• Experience with process mapping or production automation tools

Pay Range

$29.83- $40.00/hour

Ready to Make Your Mark?

This role may fill quickly. Submit your resume to be considered.