CNC Programmer

promachineandengineering.com; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

PRO MACHINE & ENGINEERING, INC. seeks a Lead CNC Programmer in Colorado Springs, CO to create, modify, and optimize CNC programs for lathe and mill operations, focusing on lathe.

Daily tasks include interpreting technical drawings, setting up and testing programs, collaborating with machinists, and troubleshooting issues. Some remote days may be possible depending on performance and needs.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience setting up, testing, and optimizing CNC programs.
• Strong problem-solving skills for troubleshooting programs.
• Familiarity with Fanuc, Haas or similar CNC controls.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical drawings and tooling instructions.
• Set up and test CNC programs on lathe and mill.
• Collaborate with machinists to improve processes.
• Troubleshoot programming or machining issues as they arise.

Skills

CNC programming

Lathe & mill ops

Reading technical drawings

Fanuc/Haas controls

Shop floor collaboration

Education

Vocational machining certification

Tools

MasterCam

Fusion 360

BobCam

Job description

Company Description

PRO MACHINE & ENGINEERING, INC. is a precision machining company based at 603 S. 29th Street in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. The organization focuses on delivering high-quality machined components and engineering solutions to a variety of industrial clients. Team members work in a hands-on environment with modern equipment and tools, supporting custom and production machining projects. The company values reliability, technical excellence, and consistent on-time delivery, offering opportunities for skilled professionals to contribute to complex manufacturing work.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Lead CNC Programmer role located in Colorado Springs, CO. Depending on performance, some remote days possible. The CNC Programmer will create, modify, and optimize CNC programs for lathe and mill operations with a focus on lathe.

Daily responsibilities include

• interpreting technical drawings
• setting up and testing programs on CNC machines
• collaborating with machinists to improve processes
• troubleshooting programming or machining issues as they arise.

The role involves selecting appropriate tools and cutting parameters, verifying first-article parts, and maintaining accurate documentation for jobs and revisions. The CNC Programmer will also support continuous improvement efforts related to efficiency, safety, and quality on the shop floor. In order of preference, proficiency in one of the following is non negotiable:

• MasterCam
• Fusion 360
• BobCam

Qualifications

• Strong CNC Programming and Programming skills for creating and optimizing machine code.
• Practical Machining and Milling experience for setting up, operating, and validating CNC operations.
• Ability to read and interpret Technical Drawing and blueprints for precise part production.
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications.
• Experience with common CNC controls (e.g., Fanuc, Haas, or similar) and related software.
• Solid understanding of tooling, feeds and speeds, and material properties in a machine shop environment.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with machinists, engineers, and supervisors.
• Relevant vocational training or technical certification in machining, manufacturing technology, or a related field; prior experience in a precision machining environment is preferred.

COMPENSATION $75-95K Salary or Wage equivalent with health benefits.