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Sr. CNC Programmer

Company:
Means Engineering, Inc.
Location:
Carlsbad, CA, 92008
Pay:
35USD - 55USD per hour
Posted:
May 06, 2025
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Job Description

Means Engineering is looking for a highly experienced Sr. CNC programmer to join our team. This position will be responsible for planning complicated CNC programming, design and engineering of workholding, work instructions and part fabrication using Mastercam for 2-5-axis turning and milling.

About Us:

Means Engineering, Inc. (MEI) is a vertically integrated contract manufacturer supporting medical, semiconductor equipment and military industries for over 25 years. We comply with each unique set of requirements, and deliver standards of excellence in form, function and design.

We hold high standards of cleanliness in our air-conditioned machine shop. With 3, 4 and 5 axis mills as well as CNC lathes, MEI has enjoyed continual growth and is looking for a programmer to join the team that is accomplishing the challenging, innovative processes that drive our economy today.

Essential Functions

Working onsite, assist in the development of programming work instructions and manufacturing practices

Create CNC Programs using Mastercam with CAM-Assist and supported by Solidworks

Modify CNC programs based on data from quality and engineering or other sources

Support internal customers/ departments and deliver an estimate of completion and tooling requirements for all projects

Assist with equipment operation, maintenance, and cutters/tooling procurement

Assist with physical dimension verification using on machine tools and support inspection of parts to ensure quality and accuracy

Assist with first article validations

Assist with machine set-ups

Utilize precision measuring instruments such as calipers, depth gages, thread gages, pin gages, and other measuring tools

Share your knowledge with other employees in basic and complex machine operation and machining techniques

Transitions projects to machinists for highest efficiency and output

Utilize equipment and processes to meet company goals and ensure profitability

Identify opportunities for continuous improvement initiatives and process changes

Be highly visible to associates and promote hands-on, high involvement approaches to problem solving

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assignedEducation, Experience, and Skills

7+ years of experience as a machinist

3+ years programming experience, Mastercam a plus

Experience programming 3,4 and 5 axis mills and lathes

Experience programming spindle probes and tool life management a plus

Must have strong English communication skills, written and verbal

Advanced mechanical measurement skills

Ability to read, interpret technical drawings and standards

Ability to interpret, and document QC standards as part of the operation

Knowledge of tooling capabilities

Ability to quickly react to non-conforming operations as they occur

Knowledge and experience using processes to produce parts with tight tolerances (as small as +/-0.0001”)

Former or active secret security clearance a plusSalary Range $35-$55 per hour

ITAR Requirements

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

MEI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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