CNC PROGRAMMER - TECHNICAL SPECIALIST (5-AXIS TURN/MILL - TOPSOLID)
About The Position
Acme is seeking a high-potential CNC Programmer who wants to develop into a technical expert in complex machining. This is not a repetitive production programming role - it is a structured development opportunity for someone capable of solving difficult machining challenges under the mentorship of senior manufacturing leadership. You will work on advanced components requiring multi-axis machining, tight tolerances, and thoughtful machining strategy while building mastery in 5-axis and turn/mill applications. The role combines hands-on exposure to machines with meaningful ownership of real production parts. Success in this role means growing into a go-to technical resource through curiosity, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- 3-6 years of CNC programming or advanced setup experience in a precision machining environment
- Working knowledge of TopSolid or another advanced CAM platform (training provided)
- Exposure to multi-axis machining (4-axis or 5-axis indexed)
- Experience supporting machine prove-outs
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply basic GD&T principles
Nice To Haves
- Experience with mill-turn or live tool lathe machining
- Aerospace or tight-tolerance component experience
- Strong interest in complex machining and continuous technical growth
- Comfortable working directly on the shop floor
Responsibilities
- CAM Programming & Machining Strategy
- Develop and refine CNC programs using TopSolid for 3-axis, 4-axis, and introductory simultaneous 5-axis machining
- Support programming of mill-turn / turn-mill platforms, including live tooling and secondary spindle operations
- Apply proper tooling selection, speeds/feeds, and cutting strategies (with guidance as needed)
- Verify programs through simulation and support machine prove-outs
- Process Development & Troubleshooting
- Support new part introduction from print review through first article approval
- Participate in machine prove-outs and document process learnings
- Troubleshoot common machining challenges such as chatter, tool wear, surface finish issues, and dimensional variation
- Help establish stable setup sheets, tool lists, and repeatable process documentation
- Production Support
- Work directly with machinists during setup and early production runs
- Improve program clarity and operator usability
- Convert tribal knowledge into standardized process documentation
- Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to reduce cycle time and minimize manual operator adjustments
- Build standardized programming methods and reusable templates
- Progress toward independent process ownership
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Flexible Spending, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Hire-on-Bonus available
- 401K (Plus company match)
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Employee assistance program
- Tuition assistance
- Gain sharing bonuses
- Clean, and safe manufacturing facility
- Weekly Paychecks
- 10% 2nd shift differential (in addition to hourly rate)
- Quarterly Food/Treats (Food Truck, Ice Cream, Etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
