Copy of CNC Programmer (Mastercam | Okuma, Haas & Mazak)

Valcor Engineering; Springfield (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k)

Paid Vacation & PTO

Paid Holidays

Life & Accident Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Valcor Engineering in Springfield, NJ is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop and optimize Mastercam programs for 2- and 3-axis milling and turning. You will read blueprints, select tooling, and collaborate with manufacturing, engineering and operators to improve cycle times and part quality.

This full-time role requires 8+ years machining and 4+ years CNC programming, with proficiency in Mastercam and SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of CNC machining experience.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam.
• Program 2-axis and 3-axis milling and turning operations.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and part specifications.
• Select tooling, cutting strategies and workholding solutions for new and existing jobs.
• Develop setup sheets and maintain program revisions.
• Conduct first-run prove-outs independently or with operators.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and revise programs to improve quality and cycle times.
• Help maintain production schedules by supporting manufacturing priorities.

Skills

CNC machining

CNC programming

Mastercam

Reading blueprints

Tooling selection

Proving out programs

Communication

Teamwork

High School Diploma

US Persons

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks

Okuma

Haas

Mazak

FANUC

Job description

At a Glance

Company: Valcor Engineering Corporation
Location: Springfield, NJ
Pay: $85,000-$120,000 per year (DOE)
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 8+ years machining experience, including 4+ years CNC programming
Software: Mastercam & SolidWorks
Machines: Okuma, Haas, Mazak & FANUC-controlled equipment
Industry: Aerospace, Defense, Nuclear & Industrial Manufacturing
Work Authorization: U.S. Persons required

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Program Precision Components That Power Critical Industries

At Valcor Engineering, precision isn't just important—it’s essential.

As a CNC Programmer, you'll develop and optimize programs used to manufacture precision flow control components found in aerospace, defense, nuclear, industrial and scientific applications. You'll work closely with manufacturing, engineering and machine operators to improve machining processes, support production, and ensure complex parts are produced efficiently and accurately.

If you enjoy solving machining challenges, improving cycle times, and seeing your programs come to life on the shop floor, you'll fit right in.

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What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Create and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam
• Program 2-axis and 3-axis milling and turning operations
• Work directly with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Production Control and machine operators to support production goals
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and part specifications
• Select tooling, cutting strategies and workholding solutions for new and existing jobs
• Develop setup sheets and maintain program revisions
• Conduct first-run prove-outs independently or alongside machine operators
• Troubleshoot machining issues and revise programs to improve quality, efficiency and cycle times
• Help maintain production schedules by supporting manufacturing priorities

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Machines, Controls & Software

You'll regularly work with:

CAM Software

• Mastercam

CAD Software

• SolidWorks

Machines

• Okuma CNC Machines
• Haas CNC Machines
• Mazak CNC Machines

Controls

• FANUC

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Industries You'll Support

The components you help manufacture serve customers in industries including:

• Aerospace
• Defense
• Nuclear
• Aircraft
• Industrial Fluid Control
• Scientific Equipment

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What We're Looking For

Required

• 8+ years of CNC machining experience
• 4+ years of CNC programming experience
• Strong Mastercam programming experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Experience selecting tooling, fixtures and machining strategies
• Experience proving out new programs on the shop floor
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work closely with operators, engineers and production leadership
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must meet U.S. Persons requirements

Preferred

• Technical school, trade school or college education
• SolidWorks experience
• Experience programming Okuma, Haas and Mazak machining centers
• Experience supporting aerospace or high-precision manufacturing

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Why CNC Programmers Like Working at Valcor Engineering

• Program precision components used in mission-critical industries
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams
• Modern CNC equipment and proven manufacturing processes
• Opportunity to influence machining efficiency and production improvements
• Stable, established manufacturer serving aerospace and defense markets
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Salary: $85,000-$120,000 per year, depending on experience

Benefits Include

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k)
• Paid Vacation & PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program

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Join Valcor Engineering

If you're an experienced CNC Programmer who enjoys developing efficient machining processes and working on precision components that serve aerospace, defense and other critical industries, we'd love to hear from you.