Cnc Programmer

Actalent; Oregon; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

PTO / Paid time off

Transportation benefits

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer for an onsite role in Clackamas, OR. The candidate will set up manufacturing strategies, program CNC mills and wire EDMs using MasterCam, and develop documentation from drawings and models.

Attention to detail and cross-department communication are essential. The position emphasizes planning, tooling, and fixturing to meet customer specifications, with a daytime shift and contract-to-hire path.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Machinist and confidence on the shop floor setting up and proving out programs.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strives to build knowledge and skills continuously and shares expertise with others.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and customer requirements to develop a manufacturing strategy to produce parts that meet customer specifications.
• Create process documentation to be followed by machinists.
• Program CNC machines using MasterCam software.
• Read, understand, and adjust G&M code.
• Use MasterCam to program 2, 3, and 4-axis CNC machinery, including mills, lathes, and wire EDM machines.
• Plan the manufacturing process and create necessary shop paperwork from drawings and models.

Skills

MasterCam programming

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

GD&T interpretation

Shop math

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Tools

MasterCam

Job description

Job Title: CNC Programmer

Job Description

The CNC Programmer will set up a comprehensive manufacturing strategy, including the necessary fixturing and tooling to produce parts as per specifications. This role involves programming CNC Mills and Wire EDM machines using the latest MasterCam software, planning projects, and creating process documentation from part drawings and models for manufacturing. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, possesses good computer skills, and communicates effectively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and customer requirements to develop a manufacturing strategy to produce parts that meet customer specifications.
• Create process documentation to be followed by machinists.
• Program CNC machines using MasterCam software.
• Read, understand, and adjust G&M code.
• Use MasterCam to program 2, 3, and 4-axis CNC machinery, including mills, lathes, and wire EDM machines.
• Plan the manufacturing process and create necessary shop paperwork from drawings and models.

Essential Skills

• Utilize MasterCam software.
• Program CNC machines of various sizes and fully machined parts.
• Develop and document manufacturing processes from start to finish.
• Critically think to resolve process issues as they arise.
• Extensive knowledge of CNC machine tools and controls.
• Extensive knowledge of tooling and machining strategies for complex geometry.
• Extensive knowledge of 2, 3, and 4-axis programming of CNC machine tools.
• Excellent blueprint reading and interpretation of GD&T on drawings.
• Excellent machine shop math skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a Machinist and confidence on the shop floor setting up and proving out programs.
• Ability to work independently and perform job requirements with limited supervision.
• Strives to build knowledge and skills continuously and shares expertise with others.

Work Environment

This position is onsite in Clackamas, OR, operating during the day shift from Monday to Thursday, 6am-4:30pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clackamas, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

• Medical
• dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clackamas, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Clackamas,OR.

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.