Computer Numerical Control Programmer

Kaydek Machining INC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaydek Machining Inc. in San Jose, CA is seeking a CNC Programmer to create, optimize, and maintain milling and machining programs for precision components.

You will review drawings, select tooling and strategies, set up programs on the shop floor, and collaborate with machinists to ensure quality and efficiency. You will troubleshoot issues, adjust feeds and tool paths, and document improvements to support repeatable manufacturing while working with engineering, quality, and production teams to

Qualifications

• CNC programming for milling and machining operations.
• Machining and milling; setup, tooling selection, process optimization.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, prints, and CAD/CAM models.
• Experience with CNC controls (Fanuc, Haas, or similar) and CAD/CAM software.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerances, and precision measurement tools.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Relevant technical education or apprenticeship in machining or related field.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision industries.

Responsibilities

• Create, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for milling and machining to produce precision components.
• Review technical drawings and models to verify requirements.
• Select tooling and machining strategies.
• Set up and prove out programs on the shop floor.
• Collaborate with machinists to ensure efficient production and high-quality output.
• Troubleshoot machining issues, adjust feeds, speeds, and tool paths.
• Document process improvements to support repeatable manufacturing.
• Work with engineering, quality, and production teams to meet safety, quality, and delivery timelines.

Skills

CNC Programming

Machining & Milling

Technical Drawing interpretation

CNC controls (Fanuc/ Haas)

CAD/CAM software

GD&T & precision measurement

Quality & safety procedures

Technical education/apprenticeship

Aerospace/defense experience

Education

Technical education or apprenticeship in machining

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Company Description

Kaydek Machining Inc. is a precision CNC machining and manufacturing company serving demanding industries such as aerospace, defense, semiconductor, medical, and advanced technology. The company focuses on production machining and assembly for customers who require consistent quality, repeatability, scalability, and reliable delivery. Its capabilities support complex components and larger production runs while maintaining strict dimensional accuracy and quality standards. The team collaborates closely with customers from material sourcing and machining through inspection, finishing, and assembly to provide efficient, end-to-end manufacturing solutions. Kaydek Machining Inc. aims to be a trusted long-term partner for companies seeking a capable, dependable supplier for ongoing production programs and higher-volume manufacturing needs.

Role Description

The Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programmer is a full-time, on-site role based in San Jose, CA. This role is responsible for creating, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs for milling and machining operations to produce precision components that meet customer specifications. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing technical drawings and models, selecting tooling and machining strategies, setting up and proving out programs on the shop floor, and collaborating with machinists to ensure efficient production and high-quality output. The CNC Programmer will troubleshoot machining issues, adjust feeds, speeds, and tool paths, and document process improvements to support repeatable and scalable manufacturing. The role also involves working closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure adherence to safety standards, quality requirements, and delivery timelines.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in CNC Programming and Programming for milling and machining operations.
• Candidates should possess skills in Machining and Milling, including setup, tooling selection, and process optimization.
• Candidates should possess skills in interpreting Technical Drawing, engineering prints, and CAD/CAM models.
• Experience with CNC controls (e.g., Fanuc, Haas, or similar) and CAD/CAM software is beneficial.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerances, and precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges) is preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards in a manufacturing environment.
• Relevant technical education or apprenticeship in machining, manufacturing technology, or a related field is an asset.
• Previous experience in aerospace, defense, or other high-precision industries is advantageous.