Precision CNC Programmer - CAD/CAM, Onsite Manufacturing

Talnt; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Talnt is seeking a CNC Programmer for a full-time, onsite role focused on developing programs and processes to convert CAD models into precision machined components. The candidate will independently program, set up, prove out, and optimize complex CNC processes in a production environment.

The role requires strong hands-on machining knowledge, the ability to troubleshoot, and to support NPI, process development, and continuous improvement initiatives. Onsite work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Significant CNC programming and precision machining experience in production or advanced manufacturing.
• Ability to independently program CNC components from drawings or CAD models.
• Hands-on experience with CAD/CAM software and CNC programming for precision machining applications.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, G-code concepts, toolpaths, cutting tools, feeds and speeds, workholding, fixtures, offsets, and machine setup.
• Ability to independently set up and prove out CNC programs and safely troubleshoot issues during initial production.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, dimensions, tolerances, and manufacturing specifications.
• Experience using precision measurement equipment and performing first-piece and in-process dimensional verification.
• Strong troubleshooting skills related to CNC programs, machining processes, tooling, dimensional issues, and part quality.
• Experience optimizing CNC programs for cycle time, tool life, process stability, repeatability, and production efficiency.
• Ability to work full time in an onsite precision manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs from engineering drawings, CAD models, specifications, and dimensional requirements using CAD/CAM programming software.
• Independently take components from drawing or model through process planning, CNC programming, tooling selection, machine setup, prove out, inspection, and finished production.
• Create and optimize CNC toolpaths, machining sequences, feeds and speeds, cutting parameters, and tooling strategies for precision components.
• Set up and prove out new CNC programs, verify machine movements, establish offsets, and make necessary adjustments to achieve dimensional requirements.
• Troubleshoot CNC programs, toolpaths, machining conditions, tooling, workholding, dimensional variation, and production process issues.
• Perform first-piece verification and work with inspection and quality personnel to confirm components meet engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerances, and specifications.
• Modify and optimize existing CNC programs to improve cycle time, tool life, process capability, repeatability, quality, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, workholding methods, and machining strategies based on part geometry, material, tolerances, and equipment capabilities.
• Provide technical programming and machining support to CNC machinists, setup machinists, and production personnel.
• Support new product introduction, engineering changes, process development, manufacturing launches, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

CNC programming

Precision machining

CAD/CAM software

G-code

Toolpaths

Machining setup

First-piece verification

Troubleshooting

GD&T

Multi-axis programming

Tools

Mazatrol

PartMaker

Swiss CNC programming

Job description

Talnt is seeking a CNC Programmer for a full-time, onsite role focused on developing programs and processes to convert CAD models into precision machined components. The candidate will independently program, set up, prove out, and optimize complex CNC processes in a production environment.

The role requires strong hands-on machining knowledge, the ability to troubleshoot, and to support NPI, process development, and continuous improvement initiatives. Onsite work in the United States.