CNC Programmer II — Multi‑Axis Machining & Tech Lead

Bluefors; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee share program

Flexible working environment

Job summary

Bluefors Cryocooler Technologies, Inc. is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer II for its Syracuse, NY machine shop.

You will develop, prove out, and optimize CNC programs for multi‑axis centers and traditional methods, while guiding technicians and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include analyzing drawings and models, selecting tooling, creating setup sheets, and conducting program prove-outs.

Qualifications

• Understand engineering drawings, sketches and 3D models for machining requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze engineering drawings, 3D models to determine machining dimensions and processes.
• Develop and optimize CNC programs for multi-axis machines (2–9 axes) using PartMaker.
• Select tooling, backup programs, and setup requirements for CNC operations.
• Create detailed shop process and setup sheets and drawings for setup.
• Conduct CNC program prove-outs, trial runs, and verify finished parts against specs.
• Optimize CNC programs after first runs to improve efficiency and reduce cycle times.
• Maintain master CNC program directory and ensure file accuracy and access.
• Assist in designing jigs, fixtures, and special equipment for CNC.
• Coordinate programming activities and provide guidance to junior programmers.
• Plan and organize long-range manufacturing projects.
• Set up and operate CNC machines, perform inspections to meet quality standards.
• Identify improvements to production methods and equipment performance.
• Provide training and cross-training to staff, support continuous improvement.

Skills

G&M codes

Multi-axis CNC

CAD/CAM

PartMaker

Troubleshooting

Tooling selection

Education

High school diploma/GED and Apprenticeship

Associate's degree +4 years experience

Tools

PartMaker

Okuma OSP

Mazak VCN

Mitsubishi Wire EDM

Job description

Bluefors Cryocooler Technologies, Inc. is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer II for its Syracuse, NY machine shop.

You will develop, prove out, and optimize CNC programs for multi‑axis centers and traditional methods, while guiding technicians and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include analyzing drawings and models, selecting tooling, creating setup sheets, and conducting program prove-outs.