Esprit Programmer – 5-Axis & Mill/Turn

LeoForce; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce in Santa Ana, CA, is seeking a Senior Esprit Programmer to drive and optimize CNC manufacturing across multi-axis equipment. You will program, optimize, and support complex processes, partnering with machinists, engineers, and leadership to enhance manufacturability, cycle times, and part quality.

Key responsibilities include Esprit CAM programming for 4-axis horizontals and 5-axis mills, machine support, GD&T interpretation, tool selection, first-article inspections, and mentoring

Qualifications

• Advanced Esprit CAM experience required.
• Proven ability to program 4-axis, 5-axis, and mill/turn CNC machines.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation.
• Solid understanding of tooling, feeds, speeds, and machining strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs for 4-axis horizontals, 5-axis milling, and mill/turn operations.
• Support machines including Okuma Multus, DN-SMX, and DMG MORI NTX platforms.
• Perform CNC setups and validate program accuracy with operators.
• Interpret blueprints, models, and GD&T requirements.
• Design workholding and select tooling for each job.
• Support first-article inspections and adjust programs as needed.
• Review drawings and assist RFQ efforts, including estimates for programming, setup, tooling, and cycle time.
• Train and mentor CNC programmers and setup machinists.
• Maintain revision control and documentation for CNC programs and tooling.
• Troubleshoot programming and process inefficiencies; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Esprit CAM

4-axis/5-axis programming

Blueprint reading & GD&T

Tooling, feeds & speeds

Problem solving

Cross-functional communication

Education

Machinist training program or associate degree

Esprit/CNC programming certification

Tools

Esprit CAM

Siemens controls

Okuma controls

Fanuc controls

Job description

Esprit Programmer – 5-Axis & Mill/Turn

Santa Ana, CA, US

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

Job Details

We are seeking a Senior Esprit Programmer to support and elevate our CNC manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for programming, optimizing, and supporting complex machining processes across multi-axis CNC equipment. You’ll serve as a technical leader within the shop, partnering closely with machinists, engineers, and leadership to improve manufacturability, reduce cycle times, and ensure consistent part quality.

What You’ll Do

• Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs using Esprit CAM for 4-axis horizontals, 5-axis milling, and mill/turn operations
• Support machines including Okuma Multus, DN-SMX, and DMG MORI NTX platforms
• Perform CNC setups and collaborate with operators to validate program accuracy
• Interpret complex blueprints, models, and GD&T requirements
• Design workholding solutions and select appropriate tooling for each job
• Support first-article inspections and adjust programs and cycles as needed
• Review customer drawings and support RFQ efforts, including estimates for programming, setup, tooling, and cycle time
• Train and mentor CNC programmers and setup machinists
• Maintain revision control and documentation for CNC programs and tooling
• Troubleshoot programming and process inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

• Advanced experience with Esprit CAM (required)
• Strong background programming 4-axis, 5-axis, and mill/turn CNC machines
• Familiarity with Siemens, Okuma, and Fanuc controls
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
• Solid understanding of tooling, feeds, speeds, and machining strategies
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Preferred

• Machinist training program or associate degree in machining or manufacturing technology
• Esprit or CNC programming certification

A bit about us:

We are a precision manufacturing and engineering team supporting complex, tight‑tolerance components across advanced CNC platforms. Our work spans high‑mix, high‑complexity parts where programming excellence directly impacts quality, throughput, and customer success. We invest in modern equipment, strong engineering collaboration, and a shop culture that values expertise, accountability, and continuous improvement.

This role sits at the center of our manufacturing operation and plays a key role in how efficiently and accurately work moves through the shop.

Why join us?

• Work on advanced 4‑axis horizontals, 5‑axis mills, and mill/turn CNC platforms
• High‑impact programming role with ownership of strategy, not just execution
• Opportunity to mentor machinists and influence shop-wide best practices
• Strong collaboration with engineering, production, and quality teams
• Stable, growth‑oriented manufacturing environment with long‑term opportunity

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