CNC Programmer - High-Tolerance Precision Machining

6 Degrees Search; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

6 Degrees Search seeks a CNC Programmer for a precision manufacturer of temperature sensors, fittings, and assemblies. You will develop and optimize CNC programs for precision parts, translating engineering requirements into efficient, safe machining processes.

Work with machinists, manufacturing engineering, and quality to ensure parts meet dimensional and surface finish specs, while improving tool life and cycle times on turning and milling tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T to machining.
• Proficient in G-code and M-code with understanding of machining fundamentals.
• Experience using CAD/CAM software and performing program verification.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and maintain CNC programs from drawings and models.
• Develop machining sequences, select tools, holders, speeds, and setup strategies.
• Use CAD/CAM tools to verify programs and identify machining risks before release.
• Support first-piece prove-outs, machine setups, troubleshooting, and on-floor adjustments.
• Optimize toolpaths, cycle times, and surface finish.
• Prepare setup sheets, tooling lists, and operator instructions with revision control.
• Collaborate with quality to ensure parts meet print requirements.
• Assist with fixture concepts and provide feedback on manufacturability.

Skills

CNC programming

G-code & M-code

GD&T reading

CAD/CAM software

Shop-floor troubleshooting

Machining principles

Education

Technical training in machining

Tools

Program verification software

Job description

6 Degrees Search seeks a CNC Programmer for a precision manufacturer of temperature sensors, fittings, and assemblies. You will develop and optimize CNC programs for precision parts, translating engineering requirements into efficient, safe machining processes.

Work with machinists, manufacturing engineering, and quality to ensure parts meet dimensional and surface finish specs, while improving tool life and cycle times on turning and milling tasks.