CNC Programmer

AppleOne Employment Services; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Tempe, AZ seeks an experienced CNC Programmer with strong Haas programming and setup experience for a direct-hire role. You will program, set up, and optimize Haas machines for customer applications, runoffs, and demonstrations, while training customers and collaborating with Sales and Service.

The position emphasizes problem-solving, documentation, and travel to customer sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience programming Haas CNCs for customer applications and demonstrations.
• Hands-on setup, tooling selection, fixturing, and process optimization.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Customer-facing training and on-site support.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and optimize Haas CNC machines for customer applications, demonstrations, and production-related needs.
• Develop CNC programs, tooling strategies, fixturing approaches, and machining processes to improve efficiency and part quality.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, technical drawings, and specifications to support accurate machining outcomes.
• Troubleshoot CNC programming, setup, machine operation, and process issues remotely and at customer sites.
• Train customers on CNC machine operation, programming, setup procedures, and basic troubleshooting.
• Support customer runoffs, pre-sales demonstrations, trade shows, technical events, and collaboration with Sales and Service teams.

Skills

Haas CNC programming

CNC setup

Troubleshooting

Customer training

Communication

G-code

Tools

Haas CNC controllers

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer for a direct hire opportunity in Tempe, AZ. This role is ideal for a hands‑on CNC professional with strong Haas programming and setup experience who enjoys a mix of programming, machine setup, troubleshooting, customer support, training, and technical collaboration.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing technical team in a manufacturing‑focused environment where CNC expertise, customer service, and practical problem‑solving are highly valued. The CNC Programmer will work closely with customers, Sales, and Service teams to support machine demonstrations, runoffs, technical training, and process improvements. This role offers variety, visibility, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on customer success and machining performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and optimize Haas CNC machines for customer applications, demonstrations, and production‑related needs.
• Develop CNC programs, tooling strategies, fixturing approaches, and machining processes to improve efficiency and part quality.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, technical drawings, and specifications to support accurate machining outcomes.
• Troubleshoot CNC programming, setup, machine operation, and process issues remotely and at customer sites.
• Train customers on CNC machine operation, programming, setup procedures, and basic troubleshooting.
• Support customer runoffs, pre‑sales demonstrations, trade shows, technical events, and collaboration with Sales and Service teams.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $80,000 to $100,000 per year.
• Job type: Direct hire.
• Location: Tempe, AZ.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Program, set up, and optimize Haas CNC equipment for customer and technical support applications.
• Develop machining processes, tooling strategies, fixtures, and CNC programs.
• Support machine runoffs, demonstrations, troubleshooting, and customer training.
• Partner with Sales and Service teams to resolve technical customer needs.
• Experienced CNC professional, typically 6-10 years overall, with at least 3-5+ years of hands‑on Haas CNC programming and setup experience.
• Strong knowledge of CNC programming, G-code, tooling, fixturing, machining processes, and machine setup.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical drawings.
• Experience improving machining processes, reducing cycle times, and supporting efficient production methods.
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control, CPK, and manufacturing quality standards.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer‑service skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Comfortable providing technical training to customers and working directly with CNC machinery.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and project‑management skills.
• Proficiency with computers, software tools, and technical documentation.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally and out of state as needed.
• Comfortable working in office, manufacturing, and customer‑site environments, including standing for extended periods and working around CNC equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting customer‑facing CNC applications, technical service, machine demonstrations, or training.
• Background working with Sales and Service teams in a manufacturing or CNC equipment environment.
• Experience supporting trade shows, customer runoffs, technical training events, or pre‑sales demonstrations.

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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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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment‑qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.