CNC Programmer

Ultimate Staffing Services; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to design, write, and optimize programs for milling centers. The role requires 3–5 years of CNC programming experience, strong blueprint and GD&T interpretation, and proficiency with CAM software such as Mastercam and Esprit.

The candidate will set up tooling, fixtures, and offsets, verify first-run parts, maintain logs, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards in a dynamic shop environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of CNC programming/setup experience.
• Proficient in reading blueprints and GD&T.
• Experience with CAM programming and offline verification.

Responsibilities

• Analyze work orders and specs to perform calculations and set up CNC programs.
• Write or modify CAM programs and load to machine controllers.
• Set up tooling, offsets, and fixtures for milling operations.
• Verify part accuracy and maintain quality logs.
• Ensure safe operations and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Critical thinking

Mechanical ability

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

FANUC controllers

FADAL controllers

Mastercam

SolidWorks

Esprit

Microsoft Excel

MRP software

Job description

Salary: USD110000 - USD120000 per year

CNC Programmer

Produces machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyzes machining work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, and other data specifications to perform the necessary calculations; including interpreting geometric dimensioning and tolerances.
• Writes programs using CAM (Esprit), by hand or modifies existing programs and stores them on an offline computer to then load into the machine’s controller.
• Prepares CNC controller, including fixture or part zeros and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, trigonometry, proving part programs.
• Sets-up mills by installing and adjusting, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, and stops; indicating vises, CNC indexers, custom fixtures and tramming heads.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to Waterstone's internal standards.
• Maintains batch specifications by observing milling, drilling, grooving, and cutting; thread milling and tapping operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Updates job knowledge and state of the art, cutting edge techniques by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Understands and comprehends verbal and written communication.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required.

Education and Qualifications:

• Must have 3-5 years of experience
• High School Diploma/GED required
• Computer and Electronics Knowledge
• Mechanical ability
• Conceptual Skills
• Functional and Technical Skills
• Process Improvement Skills
• Use of Critical thinking skills, logic, and reasoning to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Tooling

Equipment/Software Use:

FANUC and FADAL controllers

Microsoft Excel

MRP job tracking software

Engineering software (Mastercam, SolidWorks, Esprit)