Senior CNC Programmer for Precision Parts

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation seeks a skilled CNC Programmer to develop, modify, and maintain CNC programs, CAD/CAM models, and work instructions to support safe, compliant production. You will generate machine code for CNC equipment and ensure programs and documentation meet customer and internal standards.

Responsibilities include defining manufacturing plans with engineers, reviewing drawings, creating fixtures, and optimizing processes while maintaining quality, safety, and delivery goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of CNC programming and machining experience.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software such as Cenit, Catia, Mastercam, Siemens NX.
• Proficient with CNC equipment and controllers including Laserdyne, Flow Waterjet, Hurco, Siemens, Mazak, and Mori.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprints, and precision measurement devices.
• Ability to develop machining processes, production tooling, and workholding for close-tolerance parts.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication across departments and with shop personnel.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read/write/communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced CNC programming to complex, close-tolerance parts.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers and Operations to define the manufacturing plan.
• Review, interpret, and create CAD models, blueprints, drawings, and specs.
• Design workholding fixtures, jigs, and tooling concepts.
• Use CAM software to generate, modify, and optimize CNC programs.
• Create operation work instruction sheets using CAD/CAM tools.
• Develop efficient manufacturing processes with safety, cost, quality, delivery, and repeatability in mind.
• Determine tooling, speeds, feeds, fixtures, and machining strategies.
• Run and verify programs using simulation software prior to release.
• Maintain NC Program Control database and required documentation.
• Participate in technical discussions with customers, suppliers, Engineering, Quality, and Operations.
• Support Engineering Manager assignments and cross-functional manufacturing improvement initiatives.
• Follow AS9100, customer, regulatory and internal quality requirements.
• Support corrective actions and documentation updates related to programming or manufacturing issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC programming

Machining

Problem solving

Communication

English proficiency

Tools

Cenit

Catia

Mastercam

Siemens NX

Laserdyne

Flow Waterjet

Hurco

Siemens

Mazak

Mori

Job description

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation seeks a skilled CNC Programmer to develop, modify, and maintain CNC programs, CAD/CAM models, and work instructions to support safe, compliant production. You will generate machine code for CNC equipment and ensure programs and documentation meet customer and internal standards.

Responsibilities include defining manufacturing plans with engineers, reviewing drawings, creating fixtures, and optimizing processes while maintaining quality, safety, and delivery goals.