Cnc Programmer

Peoplecraft; Surat; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoplecraft in Surat, India seeks a CNC Programmer to develop and modify CNC programs for 3-axis VMC machines. You will prepare programs using G-code and M-code, read drawings and GD&T, select tools, and optimize cycles for productivity and tool life.

You will support operators during setup and first-piece inspection, troubleshoot issues, ensure dimensional accuracy and maintain machining records. Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment and rotate shifts if required is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of CNC programming experience.
• Hands-on with 3-axis VMC machines.
• Good knowledge of Fanuc CNC controllers.
• Proficient in G-code and M-code programming.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify CNC programs for 3-axis VMC machines.
• Prepare CNC programs using G-code and M-code.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Select cutting tools, inserts, holders and machining parameters.
• Optimize machining cycles for productivity and tool life.
• Plan tool paths, speeds, feeds and depths of cut.
• Support operators during setup, prove-out and first-piece inspection.
• Identify and troubleshoot programming and machining issues.
• Ensure dimensional accuracy and surface finish as per drawings.
• Maintain CNC programs, tooling records and machining documentation.

Skills

CNC programming

3-axis VMC

Fanuc controllers

G-code & M-code

Engineering drawings & GD&T

Tool selection

CAM software knowledge

Problem solving

Coordination with production

Shift-work readiness

Tools

Mastercam

NX

Fusion 360

Job description

Role & responsibilities

1. Develop and modify CNC programs for VMC machines (3-axis machining).

2. Prepare CNC programs using G-code and M-code.

3. Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and GD&T.

4. Select appropriate cutting tools, inserts, holders and machining parameters.

5. Optimize machining cycles to improve productivity and tool life.

6. Plan machining sequences, tool paths, cutting speeds, feeds and depths of cut.

7. Support machine operators during setting, prove-out and first-piece inspection.

8. Identify and troubleshoot programming and machining-related issues.

9. Ensure dimensional accuracy and surface finish as per drawing requirements.

10. Maintain CNC programs, tooling records and machining documentation.

Preferred candidate profile

• Minimum 2 years of experience in CNC programming.
• Hands-on knowledge of 3-axis VMC machines.
• Good knowledge of Fanuc CNC controllers.
• Knowledge of G-code and M-code programming.
• Ability to understand engineering drawings and machining tolerances.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, machining strategies and tool selection.
• Experience in machining alloy steel, carbon steel and stainless steel will be preferred.
• Knowledge of CAM software such as Mastercam / NX / Fusion 360 will be an added advantage.
• Practical, shop-floor-oriented approach.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with production teams.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment and rotational shifts, if required.