CNC Programmer - Composites, 5-Axis Mastercam Expert

Rock West Composites; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer Paid Medical and Dental

Annual Bonus

401K - 5% match

Employee Stocks Option Program

9/80 work schedule

8 paid Holidays

PTO: 4 weeks after 5 years

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rock West Composites, Inc. is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer for our San Diego, CA-Otay Mesa location. You will program, set up, and operate CNC machines, ensuring quality and safety while maintaining records and equipment.

The role involves creating Mastercam instructions, reviewing SolidWorks CAD designs, computing programming calculations, and translating designs into CAM programs. Competitive benefits accompany this challenging, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years programming experience in composite CNC machined parts.
• Advanced knowledge of programming.
• Strong understanding of 4 and 5 Axis machining, materials, tolerances.
• Self-starter with excellent time management skills.
• Experience with contact and non-contact inspection methods.
• Ability to manage multiple duties, set priorities and follow tasks through completion.

Responsibilities

• Creates instructions for machining parts using Mastercam.
• Reviews 3D CAD design blueprints (SolidWorks).
• Makes calculations for programming including where materials should be cut.
• Translates instructions into a CAM program.
• Communicates with engineers and clients who will use the programs.
• Checks completed programs by running simulations or tests.
• Prepares geometric layout of designs using proper software.
• Determines sequence of operations in a program.
• Writes programs and modifies existing ones for increased efficiency.
• Analyzes and selects speeds and cutting tools for programs.
• Prepares and sets up CNC machines to run first parts.

Skills

CNC programming

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks

CAM programming

4-axis machining

5-axis machining

Job description

Rock West Composites, Inc. is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer for our San Diego, CA-Otay Mesa location. You will program, set up, and operate CNC machines, ensuring quality and safety while maintaining records and equipment.

The role involves creating Mastercam instructions, reviewing SolidWorks CAD designs, computing programming calculations, and translating designs into CAM programs. Competitive benefits accompany this challenging, fast-paced environment.