CNC Programmer Machinist

Job Description

Job description:

CNC Mill Set-Up Programmer – 1st Shift

Mecca Talent is seeking an experienced CNC Mill Set-Up Programmer for a 1st-shift manufacturing opportunity. This position requires a skilled CNC machinist with strong setup and programming capabilities and hands-on experience with horizontal CNC machining centers.

This is an experienced-level position for someone capable of independently setting up, programming, troubleshooting, and operating CNC milling equipment.

Position Details

Position: CNC Mill Set-Up Programmer

Shift: 1st Shift

Starting Pay: $35.00 per hour

Experience: 5+ years required

Higher compensation is available and will be considered based on the candidate’s CNC programming, setup, and horizontal machining experience.

Responsibilities

Set up, program, and operate horizontal CNC machining centers

Independently take jobs from blueprint through completed part

Create, edit, and troubleshoot CNC programs

Perform complete machine setups, including tooling, fixtures, workholding, and offsets

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and machining specifications

Determine proper tooling, speeds, feeds, and machining strategies

Establish and adjust tool and work offsets

Perform first-piece and in-process inspections

Make program and machine adjustments to maintain required tolerances

Use precision measuring equipment to verify completed parts

Troubleshoot programming, tooling, setup, and machining issues

Identify opportunities to improve cycle times and machining processes

Maintain accurate setup, tooling, program, and production documentation

Follow all established safety and quality procedures

Qualifications

5+ years of CNC milling, setup, and programming experience

Horizontal CNC machining experience is required

Strong CNC setup and programming capabilities

Ability to independently set up and operate horizontal machining centers

Strong blueprint-reading skills

Understanding of tooling, fixtures, work holding, speeds, feeds, and offsets

Experience maintaining tight tolerances and producing precision-machined components

Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment

Strong machining troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong attention to quality, accuracy, and safety

Compensation

Starting pay is $35.00 per hour.

Mecca Talent is willing to negotiate above the posted rate for candidates with advanced horizontal CNC machining, setup, and programming experience.

Schedule: 1st Shift

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC professional looking for a position where advanced machining, setup, and programming skills are valued and compensated accordingly.

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance\nCompany Description

At Mecca Talent, we deliver targeted staffing services that connect skilled talent with employers across industrial, technical, and clerical sectors. Our commitment to understanding both client needs and candidate capabilities allows us to provide workforce solutions that are efficient, reliable, and aligned with your business goals.

Full-time