# CNC Programmer

> Laborup · San Jose, United States · — · Posted 2026-08-08

**Salary:** USD 83,200–104,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking an experienced **CNC Programmer** to support a high-precision manufacturing operation in the San Jose area. This position will be responsible for developing, proving out, troubleshooting, and optimizing CNC programs for complex, tight-tolerance components.The ideal candidate will have a strong machining foundation and programming experience across **CNC milling and/or turning**, with particular interest in candidates experienced with **5-axis milling, multi-axis turning, or mill-turn applications**.

**Shift: 1st Shift**

**Compensation:** Competitive, market-rate compensation based on experience and technical capabilities. Specific compensation will be discussed during the interview process.

**Responsibilities:**

-   Develop, proof, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC programs for complex precision components.
-   Program **CNC mills and/or lathes**, including advanced **5-axis, multi-axis, and mill-turn** applications.
-   Develop machining strategies from **engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements**.
-   Utilize CAM software such as **Mastercam, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, or similar platforms**.
-   Maintain strong working knowledge of **G-code** and make programming adjustments as needed.
-   Determine appropriate **tooling, workholding, speeds, feeds, and machining strategies**.
-   Simulate and verify programs for toolpath accuracy, collision avoidance, and efficient machine operation.
-   Work directly with machinists and setup personnel during **prove-outs, machine setups, and first article runs**.
-   Troubleshoot programming, tooling, workholding, dimensional, and machining issues on the shop floor.
-   Optimize programs and processes to improve **cycle time, setup efficiency, tool life, repeatability, and scrap rates**.
-   Maintain programming documentation, tooling information, setup documentation, and revision history.
-   Partner with engineering and quality teams to ensure finished components meet customer specifications.

## Requirements

-   8+ years of CNC machining/programming experience in a production environment.
-   Strong CNC programming experience with **mills, lathes, or both**.
-   Experience with **5-axis milling, multi-axis lathes, and/or mill-turn equipment** is highly preferred.
-   Proficiency with **Mastercam, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, or comparable CAM software**.
-   Strong understanding of **G-code programming**.
-   Ability to interpret complex **blueprints, CAD models, tolerances, and GD&T**.
-   Strong understanding of **tooling, workholding, speeds and feeds, and machining best practices**.
-   Experience producing **complex, tight-tolerance components**.
-   Ability to troubleshoot problems directly at the machine and work closely with machinists during prove-out and production.

## Benefits

-   Direct Hire
-   Health, Dental, and Vision
-   401k
-   PTO

## Apply

[Apply at Laborup](https://apply.workable.com/laborup/j/2C64396071/apply)

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