Job Title: CNC Programmer
Starting Pay: $75,000-$90,000
Location: Palm Bay, FL
Schedule: M-F 1st Shift
Direct Hire
Must Have: Experience using CAD/CAM software Siemens NX
Job Overview: The CNC Programmer is responsible for developing, modifying, and maintaining CNC programs, manufacturing drawings, CAD/CAM models, and operation work instructions to support safe, efficient, and compliant production. This role uses CAD/CAM software to generate machine code for CNC equipment and ensures programs, fixtures, tooling, and process documentation meet customer, quality, and internal procedural requirements.
- Responsibilities and Duties Required Apply advanced CNC programming experience to complex, close-tolerance parts using equipment such as mills, lathes, mill-turn machines, EDMs, Prima/Laserdyne fiber laser, Flow waterjet, and automation robots.
- Collaborate with Project Engineers and Operations to define the manufacturing plan, confirm work scope, and ensure customer and proposal requirements are clearly understood.
- Review, interpret, and create CAD models, blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
- Design workholding fixtures, jigs, and tooling concepts to support the manufacturing process.
- Use CAM software to generate, modify, and optimize CNC program code.
- Create operation work instruction sheets using CAD/CAM software, models, and internal documentation standards.
- Develop efficient manufacturing processes with consideration for safety, cost, quality, delivery, and repeatability.
- Determine appropriate tooling, speeds, feeds, fixtures, and machining strategies.
- Run and verify programs using simulation and verification software prior to release.
- Create internal drawings, part models, and supporting documentation as required for manufacturing and work instructions.
- Maintain NC Program Control database and required documentation in accordance with Shapes procedures.
- Participate in technical discussions with customers, suppliers, Engineering, Quality, and Operations as needed.
- Support Engineering Manager assignments and cross-functional manufacturing improvement initiatives.
- Follow all applicable AS9100, customer, regulatory, and internal quality system requirements.
- Ensure CNC programs, drawings, models, and work instructions are controlled, accurate, and traceable.
- Support corrective actions, process improvements, and documentation updates related to programming or manufacturing issues
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Qualifications and Skills Required Minimum of 5 years of CNC programming and machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience using CAD/CAM software such as Cenit, Catia, Mastercam, Siemens NX, or equivalent systems.
- Proficient with CNC equipment and controllers including Laserdyne, Flow Waterjet, Hurco, Siemens, Mazak, and Mori.
- Strong knowledge of machine processes, manufacturing techniques, tooling, materials, GD&T, blueprint interpretation, shop mathematics, and precision measurement devices.
- Ability to develop machining processes, production tooling, and workholding solutions for close-tolerance metal components.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and make sound technical decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with shop personnel.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to travel throughout the manufacturing facility and perform work in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and other leave programs.
- Opportunities for professional development, training, and certification support.