CNC Programmer

American GFM Corp; Virginia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision (paid by AGFM)

Life Insurance (one times your salary)

Short-term Disability Insurance (Paid)

401k Plan with 4% company match

Paid personal time off

Paid Holidays

Generous Vacation Policy

M-F schedule with overtime

Job summary

American GFM Corporation, a specialized machine tool manufacturer in Chesapeake, VA, is seeking a CNC Programmer to analyze drawings and programs for mills and lathes, using G-code/M-code and Mastercam. The role involves reading blueprints, selecting tools, setting offsets, and optimizing processes to meet quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years of CNC programming experience with CAD/CAM software, plus knowledge of both Siemens and Fanuc controls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of CNC programming experience with 2D/3D CAD/CAM software.
• Experience with Siemens and Fanuc controls.
• Mastercam experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Working knowledge of metric and imperial measurements.
• Knowledge of calipers and micrometers.
• Intermediate to advanced shop math.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, blueprints, and design data for machining parts.
• Program mills and lathes with detailed written instructions, including tool data and offsets.
• Troubleshoot and improve processes to increase efficiency.

Skills

G-code programming

Blueprint reading

Measuring instruments

Geometry & trig

Problem solving

Technical communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years CNC programming experience

Tools

Mastercam

Siemens controls

Fanuc controls

CAD/CAM software

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

CNC PROGRAMMER
American GFM Corporation, a specialized machine tool manufacturer located in Chesapeake VA., is seeking to hire a CNC Programmer -

Duties

• Analyze drawings, blueprints, plans, materials, specifications and design data for machining parts.
• Program mills and lathes by entering detailed written instructions to the machine operators, including zero and reference points, tool selection and setting data, offsets; calculating requirements, creating part geometry, machine speeds and feed rates, proving part programs.
• Maintain specifications and increase efficiency by troubleshooting processes, adjusting and reprogramming/reposting.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned.

Competencies

• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical communication skills regarding designs and drawings.
• Proficient understanding of G-code and M-code programming.
• Experience setting up and troubleshooting manual and CNC machines.
• Mathematical (geometry and trigonometry), mechanical and technical skills.
• Understanding of precision measuring instruments, including micrometers and calipers, and the quality control process.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three plus years’ experience as a CNC Programmer programming with 2D/3D CAD/CAM software, experience with Siemens and Fanuc controls and Mastercam a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints. Working knowledge of the metric and imperial system.
• Working knowledge of measuring instruments including calipers & micrometers. Quality control experience helpful.
• Intermediate to advanced shop math including geometry and trigonometry.
• Proficient using a PC in a Windows environment.
• Knowledge of fabricating and machining weldments.

About Us

As an innovative machine tool manufacturer for over 70 years, GFM has focused on delivering quality machinery to our customers. With a focus on delivering superior quality, we specialize in the welding, fabrication, machining and finished assembly of rotary forging machines, ultrasonic cutting machines and crank and camshaft milling machines. Our knowledge and versatility allow American GFM to provide these machines to meet our customer’s needs worldwide.

Other Information:
American GFM Corporation offers a comprehensive wage and benefits package.
Candidates must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.

We offer great benefits such as:

• Health insurance
• Dental and vision (paid by AGFM)
• Life Insurance (one times your salary paid by AGFM)
• Short-term Disability Insurance (Paid by AGFM)
• 401k Plan offering Pre-Tax and Roth planswith company matching 4%
• Paid personal time off
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Vacation Policy
• M-F schedule with overtime as required