Engineering Technician III – Senior CNC Programmer – 5-Axis Milling

Jabil; City of Elmira (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jabil is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop, launch and sustain complex 5-axis milling processes in our Elmira, NY facility.

You will independently manage CAD/CAM programming, post processing, setup, prove-out, validation and production to meet safety, quality and cost targets.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certification preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
• 4+ years of advanced CNC programming required, including significant 5-axis milling experience.

Responsibilities

• Owns complete multi-axis milling solutions from review through production.
• Program and optimize 3-, 4-, and 5-axis milling processes using G/M code and macros.
• Mentor lower-level technicians, programmers and operators.

Skills

5-axis milling

CNC programming

Mastercam

Fanuc/Siemens programming

GD&T

CAD/CAM

Probing & metrology

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree or technical certification

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Mastercam

Siemens control language

Fanuc

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

SUMMARY

This role develops, launches and sustains complex CNC milling processes, independently delivering safe, capable, compliant and cost-effective solutions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently owns complete multi-axis milling solutions from manufacturability review through CAD/CAM programming, post processing, machine setup, prove-out, FAI, validation, release and production.
• Programs and optimizes complex 3-, 4- and 5-axis milling processes using advanced G/M code, Macro B and Siemens and/or Fanuc control language.
• Diagnoses complete process and machine issues.
• Leads CNC activities for new-product and process improvements.
• Delivers on schedule, quality, capacity and cost targets with minimal intervention or rework.
• Provides expert hands‑on troubleshooting and failure analysis for CNC mills and related automation, probing, laser tool-setting and multi‑axis systems.
• Develops and implements cutting‑tool, holder and fixture strategies; demonstrates advanced tool/fixture design capability and collaborates effectively with designers, suppliers and equipment builders.
• Drives equipment requirements, machine selection, vendor acceptance, installation, alignment and qualification; independently interfaces with vendors and contributes technical recommendations to site and customer manufacturing discussions.
• Establishes and shares CAD/CAM and machining best practices, delivers meaningful cost and productivity improvements, and formally mentors lower‑level technicians, programmers and operators.
• Partners across Engineering, Operations and Maintenance; prioritize multiple assignments, communicates technical decisions and completes projects on time and with high quality.
• Acts as a role model for Machine Operators in terms of attitude, machine asset care, troubleshooting, adherence to processes and decision making.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s degree or equivalent technical certification preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
• 4+ years of advanced CNC programming required, including significate experience with 5-axis milling.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Subject‑matter‑expert-level ability to take complex 5‑axis surface milled components from concept through stable production using 5‑axis milling best practices.
• Experience deploying processes with machine probing, parametric programming, and machine calculations.
• Advanced CAD/CAM proficiency, including 3D model preparation, geometry repair, fixture modeling, and toolpath generation.
• Advanced Mastercam programming and multi‑axis toolpath development required.
• Proficiency with Fanuc ISO G/M and/or Siemens programming languages.
• Proficiency with interpreting technical drawings and GD&T.
• CMM data interpretation, use of complex manual gaging.
• Expert troubleshooting, mentoring, technical leadership, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Working knowledge of Macro B programming preferred.
• Proficiency with Fanuc Robodrill and/or DMG DMP70 machining platforms preferred.
• Experience integrating CNC equipment with automation systems, robotic loading, pallet systems, and machine‑to‑machine communication preferred.
• Undefined.

OTHER

Supports and operates in a proactive, safe, climate‑controlled environment. Mix of sitting and standing with up to 7 hours per day standing. Requires lifting and maneuvering fixtures, material and other equipment, up to 50 pounds. Willing to adjust schedule to support 2nd, 3rd and weekend operations on occasion as needed. Standard working hours apply with potential for overtime as needed. Readiness to work in conditions that may be warm, cool and/or noisy along with exposure to oil, coolants and other manufacturing related chemicals.

The hourly pay range for this role is $25.10 - $45.19.

BENEFITS

• medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan
• paid time off

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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