Cnc Programmer And Operating

Kaira Machine Tools; Navsari; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaira Machine Tools in India seeks a skilled CNC Turning Programmer & Operator who can independently manage the complete turning process—from reading drawings and editing programs to machine setup, operation, and inspection.

The role requires hands-on responsibility for programming and operating CNC lathes with Fanuc and/or Siemens controls, including first‑piece trials and ensuring quality targets.

Qualifications

• ITI or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (shop-floor experience may be considered).
• 3–5 years hands-on CNC turning experience covering both programming and machine operation.
• Experience with Fanuc and/or Siemens CNC turning controls is essential.
• Ability to take a component from drawing to finished part independently is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings, tolerances, GD&T and process sheets.
• Create, edit, prove out and troubleshoot CNC turning programs in G-code/M-code.
• Plan machining sequences and select tools, feeds, speeds and depths of cut.
• Set up and operate CNC turning machines including workholding and offsets.
• Run production jobs and monitor cycle time, output and quality targets.
• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers and gauges; verify first-off.

Skills

G-code programming

Reading drawings/GD&T

Machine setup & operation

Troubleshooting & optimization

Education

ITI (Turner/Machinist) or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Fanuc CNC

Siemens CNC

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled CNC Turning Programmer & Operator who can independently manage the complete CNC turning processfrom reading drawings and preparing/editing programs to machine setup, actual machine operation, inspection and production output. This is one combined, hands‑on role; the selected candidate must personally perform both programming and operating duties, not only supervise or support another operator. The role involves CNC lathes with Fanuc and/or Siemens controllers.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, GD&T, process sheets and machining requirements.
• Independently create, edit, prove out and troubleshoot CNC turning programs using G-code and M-code on Fanuc and/or Siemens controllers; use CAM software where applicable.
• Plan machining sequences and select suitable cutting tools, inserts, holders, fixtures, feeds, speeds and depth of cut.
• Personally set up and operate CNC turning machines, including work holding, chuck/collet/soft jaw setup, tool setting and work/tool offsets.
• Carry out first‑piece trials, verify program and toolpath safety, correct offsets and obtain first‑piece approval before batch production.
• Run production jobs, load/unload components, monitor operations and achieve specified cycle time, output and quality targets.
• Perform turning, facing, drilling, boring, threading, grooving, taper turning and parting operations as required.
• Inspect first‑off and in‑process parts using Vernier calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, dial indicators, thread gauges and other instruments.
• Identify and resolve dimensional variation, machining defects, machine alarms, tool wear and program‑related issues; elevate major breakdowns.
• Optimize cycle times and tool life without compromising safety, tolerance or surface finish.
• Maintain correct versions and backups of CNC programs, setup details, tool lists, production records and inspection records.
• Follow machine safety procedures, PPE requirements, 5S practices and basic preventive maintenance checks.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• ITI (Turner/Machinist) or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering; equivalent proven shop‑floor experience may be considered.
• Preferably 3-5 years of hands‑on CNC turning experience covering BOTH independent programming and machine operation.
• Practical working experience with Fanuc and/or Siemens CNC turning controls is essential.
• Ability to take a component from drawing to accepted finished part independently is mandatory.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in CNC turning G-code/M-code, tool geometry/wear offsets, work offsets, program modification and safe program trials.
• Knowledge of work holding, threading cycles, cutting parameters, insert selection and machining of MS, alloy steel, stainless steel, cast iron and aluminium.
• Comfortable with precision measurement, drawing interpretation, tolerance control and basic GD&T.
• CAM programming experience is an advantage but is not a substitute for hands‑on machine operation.

Working Conditions

• Full‑time, factory‑based position. Must be willing to work in production shifts and support job changeovers or overtime as required by production schedules.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Program accuracy and successful first‑off approval
• Daily production achievement
• Dimensional accuracy and rejection rate
• Cycle time and machine utilization
• Tool life and machining cost
• On‑time job completion
• Safety, documentation and 5S compliance

Important Hiring Requirement

The applicant must be willing and able to both WRITE/MODIFY CNC TURNING PROGRAMS and OPERATE THE CNC TURNING MACHINE independently. Candidates experienced only in programming or only in machine operation will not meet this position’s core requirement.