CNC Programmer & Manufacturing Technician - 1st Shift

Kondex Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Kondex Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician/CNC Programmer for 1st shift in San Diego. The role supports engineering and manufacturing efforts, including fixture specification, CNC programming, and launching new products.

You will help define processes, assist with prototypes, and ensure operator training on new processes. The position requires masters in multi-axis CNC programming, Mastercam experience, SolidWorks familiarity, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in mechanical/manufacturing engineering or Journeyman status preferred.
• Technical training and experience using Mastercam CNC programming software, including 5 axis programming.
• 2–3 years of work experience in a technical role with multi-axis CNC programming.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.
• Experience designing or implementing cells, flow lines or other manufacturing processes.
• Machinery maintenance or tool and die experience; reading blueprints and other instructions.

Responsibilities

• Specify machinery and equipment for new products and oversee installation and startup.
• Perform CNC programming in Mastercam, including 5 axis control.
• Assist in tooling, fixtures, and process controls development.
• Document process changes (work instructions, routings) and maintain records.
• Ensure effective operator training for new/revised processes.
• Perform CNC and robotic production support.
• Construct prototypes for internal/field testing per Product Engineering.
• Conduct process testing and prepare test reports with recommendations.
• Render technical assistance in design, construction, and testing of components and processes.
• Assist with supplier qualification and PPAP/APQP activities.

Skills

CNC programming

5 axis programming

SolidWorks

MS Project

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in mechanical/manufacturing engineering or Journeyman

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kondex Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician/CNC Programmer for 1st shift in San Diego. The role supports engineering and manufacturing efforts, including fixture specification, CNC programming, and launching new products.

You will help define processes, assist with prototypes, and ensure operator training on new processes. The position requires masters in multi-axis CNC programming, Mastercam experience, SolidWorks familiarity, and the ability to work independently.