CNC / VMC Programmer

Frigate Engineering Services; Koothapar; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Frigate Engineering Services in Tamil Nadu, India, seeks an experienced CNC/VMC Programmer and Process Engineer to lead programming, setup, process development, and production support. You will ensure quality, productivity, delivery, and cost targets are met through strong technical leadership.

The role requires 8–10 years in CNC/VMC programming, setup, and production coordination, with expertise in GD&T and tooling.

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE in mechanical/production engineering required.
• 8–10 years of CNC/VMC programming and production coordination experience.
• Experience in process development and setup.

Responsibilities

• Develop/edit CNC/VMC programs; manage setup, tooling, prove-out, and process parameters.
• Lead NPD, process planning, prototype machining, trials, and sample submission.
• Interpret drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications.
• Optimize cycle time, tool life, productivity, and machining costs.
• Guide operators and coordinate with Quality, PPC, Stores, and Maintenance.
• Coordinate first-piece inspection, process compliance, and corrective actions.
• Maintain programs, setup sheets, tooling records, and production documentation.
• Drive process improvement, machine safety, and 5S.

Skills

CNC/VMC programming

Machining process planning

Drawing/GD&T

Tooling

NPD

Production coordination

Education

Diploma or BE in Mechanical/Production or related engineering

Job description

Reports To: Plant Head / Operations Head

Job Purpose

To lead CNC/VMC programming, setup, process development, and production support to meet quality, productivity, delivery, and cost targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop/edit CNC/VMC programs; manage setup, tooling, prove-out, and process parameters.
• Lead NPD, process planning, prototype machining, trials, and sample submission.
• Interpret drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications.
• Optimize cycle time, tool life, productivity, and machining costs.
• Guide operators and coordinate with Quality, PPC, Stores, and Maintenance.
• Coordinate first-piece inspection, process compliance, and corrective actions.
• Maintain programs, setup sheets, tooling records, and production documentation.
• Drive process improvement, machine safety, and 5S.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Diploma or B.E. in Mechanical, Production, or relevant engineering discipline.

Experience:

8–10 years in CNC/VMC programming, setup, process development, and production coordination.

Key Skills:

CNC/VMC programming, machining process planning, drawing/GD&T, tooling, NPD, production coordination.