CNC Machine Programmer (Mill/Lathe)

AppleOne Employment Services; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Tucson, AZ seeks an experienced CNC Machine Programmer (Mill/Lathe) for a temp-to-hire role. You will program, set up, troubleshoot, and optimize machining processes for precision components in a manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, write and adjust G-code, determine speeds and feeds, and develop setup documentation. Experience with mills and lathes, GD&T, and ISO quality standards is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of CNC programming, setup, or machining experience.
• Strong understanding of G-code and ability to write/adjust CNC programs.
• Experience with CNC mills and lathes in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, including GD&T requirements.
• Knowledge of precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers).
• Understanding of cutting tools, speeds, and feeds.

Responsibilities

• Write, review, and modify CNC programs for mill and lathe operations from drawings and blueprints.
• Set up machines, tooling, fixtures, and offsets for precision production.
• Develop and revise setup documentation and process updates.
• Verify programs, inspect first-article parts, ensure dimensional quality.
• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, setup, and program issues to maintain efficiency.
• Assist operators with loading, unloading, inspection docs, and process improvements.

Skills

G-code

Blueprint reading

CNC mills

CNC lathes

Troubleshooting

English communication

Tools

Gibbs software

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced CNC Machine Programmer (Mill/Lathe) for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Tucson, AZ. This role is ideal for a skilled CNC professional who can program, set up, troubleshoot, and optimize machining processes for precision components in a manufacturing environment.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a hands-on production setting where quality, problem-solving, teamwork, and continuous improvement are valued. The right candidate will be a self-starter who enjoys taking ownership of CNC programming, setup documentation, tooling decisions, and first-article quality. This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to grow with a stable operation that values technical expertise, reliable performance, and collaboration between shop and management teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Write, review, and modify CNC programs for mill and lathe operations using drawings, blueprints, and other visual documentation.
• Set up CNC machines safely and efficiently to meet customer specifications, production schedules, and quality requirements.
• Develop and revise setup documentation, including tooling requirements, tool offsets, fixture needs, and process updates.
• Verify programs, inspect first-article parts, and ensure machined components meet required dimensional and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, setup, and program issues while making appropriate adjustments to maintain production efficiency.
• Assist CNC operators with loading, unloading, inspection documentation, and process improvements when needed.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $25 to $30 per hour.
• Job Type: Temp-to-Hire.
• Location: Tucson, AZ.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Program CNC mill and lathe machines from blueprints, drawings, and visual documents.
• Set up machines, tooling, fixtures, offsets, and process documentation for precision production.
• Inspect parts, support first-article verification, and make program or tooling adjustments as needed.
• Develop efficient machining processes for new components and production improvements.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant CNC programming, setup, or machining experience.
• Strong understanding of G-code and ability to write and adjust CNC programs.
• Experience with CNC mills and lathes in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, including GD&T requirements.
• Knowledge of precision measuring tools, including micrometers, calipers, and depth micrometers.
• Understanding of cutting tools such as drills, reamers, boring bars, and related tooling practices.
• Ability to determine speeds and feeds for different materials.
• Experience making efficient setups and documenting setup procedures.
• Ability to understand MIL-SPEC requirements where applicable.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar quality system standards.
• Computer literacy and ability to work with machine controls and programming software.
• Proficient machine shop math skills, including the ability to use trigonometry for setup and problem-solving.
• Strong troubleshooting, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with shop and management personnel.
• Must be able to stand, bend, open and close machine doors, and lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to listen for machine or tooling issues and must be non-allergic to cutting fluids.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Gibbs software.
• Experience designing or sketching fixture requirements for machined components.
• Prior experience supporting aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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