Senior CNC Programmer – 5-Axis Machining

Employnet, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Employnet, Inc. is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer specialized in 5-axis machining to develop and optimize complex CNC programs and processes.

You will troubleshoot production issues, improve efficiency, and ensure adherence to engineering specs and quality standards. You will interpret drawings with GD&T, select appropriate tooling, and collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to maintain process controls and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of NC programming experience, including complex 5-axis machining and mathematical modeling.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, cutting tools, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and ANSI Y14.5 GD&T specifications.
• Strong mathematical, trigonometry, geometry, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize 5-axis CNC programs and machining processes.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process controls.
• Improve production processes to enhance quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, cutting tools, and machining methods.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to ensure product conformity.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Support workplace safety and compliance with applicable regulations.

Skills

NC programming

5-axis machining

Mathematical modeling

GD&T interpretation

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Siemens NX

Vericut

Fanuc controls

Siemens 840D controls

Job description

Senior CNC Programmer – 5-Axis Machining

Job Summary

Develops, optimizes, and supports CNC programs and manufacturing processes for complex 5-axis machined components. Troubleshoots production issues, improves machining efficiency, and ensures compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize 5-axis CNC programs and machining processes.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process controls.
• Improve production processes to enhance quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, cutting tools, and machining methods.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to ensure product conformity.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Support workplace safety and compliance with applicable regulations.

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of NC programming experience, including complex 5-axis machining and mathematical modeling.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, cutting tools, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and ANSI Y14.5 GD&T specifications.
• Strong mathematical, trigonometry, geometry, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens NX (Unigraphics), Vericut, Fanuc, and Siemens 840D controls.
• Aerospace or precision machining experience.
• Knowledge of SPC, PFMEA, and continuous improvement methods.
• Specialized CNC programming certification or technical training.