Cnc Programmer

Actalent; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Sick pay

Bonus program

Job summary

Actalent in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer with 5–10 years of Mastercam experience to join our precision manufacturing team. You will develop and optimize programs for 5-axis mills and lathes, interpret blueprints, select tooling, and ensure part accuracy and throughput.

The role is a permanent onsite position offering competitive compensation, full benefits and opportunities to lead shop-floor improvements while collaborating with engineers and designers on complex parts.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of programming CNC mills with Mastercam.
• Experience with palletized 5-axis mills is a plus.
• Proficient in interpreting blueprints and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify CNC programs using CAM software.
• Set up and operate milling machines and lathes to produce precision parts.
• Measure finished products with micrometers and calipers.
• Collaborate with engineers to interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Conduct tooling changes and adjustments as needed.
• Troubleshoot programming or machine errors to maintain production.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines.

Skills

Mastercam

Fanuc programming

5-axis milling

Blueprint reading

Geometric tolerancing

Team leadership

CAD/CAM integration

Tools

CATIA

Solidworks

Tsugami

Star machines

Job description

Pay:

$95,000 -$115,00

Job Title:

CNC Programmer

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a CNC Programmer in the Hawthorne, CA area. This is a long-term, full-time position ideal for candidates with 5 to 10 years of experience programming for 5-axis CNC Mills. The role involves creating and modifying CNC programs for milling machines and lathes, which are essential for ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify CNC programs using CAM programming software.
• Set up and operate milling machines and lathes to produce precision parts.
• Utilize tools such as micrometers and calipers to measure and inspect finished products.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Conduct tooling changes and adjustments as necessary.
• Troubleshoot programming or machine errors to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.

Essential Skills

• 5 to 10 years of programming experience with Mastercam.
• Experience with palletized 5-axis mills is a huge plus.
• Strong shop floor leadership abilities.
• Proficient in programming languages, specifically Fanuc.
• Strong knowledge of geometry and blueprint reading.
• Experience with CAD software, preferably CATIA.
• Familiarity with milling machines, lathes, and other machining equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and precision in work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 10 or more years of machining experience.
• Experience with Solidworks.
• Familiarity with Tsugami and Star machines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hawthorne, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• health, dental, vision, PTO, sick pay, bonus program

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hawthorne,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.