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Infographic showing various Associate Applied Science job openings in Tucson, AZ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,978 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

CAD/CAM Programmer/Machinist

ADVANCED CERAMICS MANUFACTURING LLC

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance

Critical success factors for the CAD/CAM Programmer/Machinist
The critical success factors for a CAD/CAM Programmer/Machinist to excel in the position includes:
1. Safety conscious for self and co-workers
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
3. Ability to compile, write and present production documents
4. Strong CNC programming and precision machining aptitude
5. Computer literate, especially CAD/CAM programs, Excel and Word
Essential Job Functions of the CAD/CAM Programmer/Machinist
The CAD/CAM Programmer/Machinist will be responsible for manufacturing processes, and maintenance.
Such tasks may include:
• Set up and operate a variety of CNC and manual machine tools to produce precision mandrel parts and related fixturing.
• Convert customer provided part CAD into mandrel CAD and provide cost and hour inputs to support quoting activities.
• Program mandrel CNC machining files using CAM software.
• Implement strict file version management controls.
• May also make or repair fixtures and maintain CNC routers, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, material properties, layout, and machining procedures.
• Perform equipment maintenance, ensure proper functioning of processes and equipment.
• Coordinate communication across departments, be flexible, create positive environment.
• Determine work schedule based on customer orders, availability of raw materials and production capacity.  Work with purchasing to ensure materials are available.
Education:  Bachelors degree desired; Associates degree in applied science (CAD/CAM), engineering, or other relevant science/technology field, and minimum 3-5 years of relevant work experience required.
Experience:  Familiarity with basic machining, composite materials like resin systems, fiber reinforcements and sample preparation desired. Experience with Solid Works CAD and CAM Works software required.  Ability to operate CNC equipment such as: Thermwood CNC routers and a Roland MDX 540 4-axis Milling CNC.
Knowledge:  Well-balanced technical background and detailed knowledge of a wide variety of processes is required.
Essential Physical Requirements:  Ability to safely weigh and move heavy blocks of production material using lift equipment.  Some heavy lifting required.
Special Requirements:  US citizenship or valid work visa is required.