CNC Programmer: Mill-Turn Precision Specialist

Hirebridge; Connecticut; On-site; USD 114,616,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirebridge is seeking a CNC Programmer with lathe and mill-turn programming experience to develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for tight-tolerance components.

You will work with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations to improve processes, resolve production challenges, and ensure GD&T and customer requirements are met for high-performance materials and complex geometries.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC programming experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years programming CNC lathes and mill-turn equipment.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software such as Mastercam, ESPRIT, Siemens NX CAM, Fusion 360, or comparable platforms.
• Advanced knowledge of G-code and M-code, CNC machining practices, and cutting tool technology.
• Strong understanding of multi-axis machining and complex part geometries.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Strong tooling, workholding, speeds, feeds, and machining parameters.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with engineering, quality, and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for multi-axis CNC lathes and mill-turn machining centers.
• Create machining strategies using CAD/CAM software for complex, tight-tolerance components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, workholding methods, speeds, feeds, and machining parameters.
• Program and support machining of materials such as titanium, nickel-based alloys, stainless steel, aluminum, and other specialty metals.
• Perform program prove-outs and support first-piece and first article inspection activities.
• Troubleshoot CNC programs, tooling, setups, and machining processes to resolve production issues and minimize downtime.
• Optimize programs and manufacturing processes to reduce cycle times and improve productivity.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations to address technical and production challenges.
• Maintain CNC program documentation, setup sheets, tooling information, and revision histories.
• Support continuous improvement and root-cause analysis initiatives.
• Ensure machining processes comply with applicable quality, safety, and customer requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC programming

lathe programming

mill-turn programming

GD&T

troubleshooting

read drawings

multi-axis machining

analytical skills

independent yet collaborative

Education

Technical degree / CNC certification

Tools

Mastercam

ESPRIT

Siemens NX CAM

Fusion 360

Job description

Hirebridge is seeking a CNC Programmer with lathe and mill-turn programming experience to develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for tight-tolerance components.

You will work with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations to improve processes, resolve production challenges, and ensure GD&T and customer requirements are met for high-performance materials and complex geometries.