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CNC Programmer

Impulse· Manufacturing
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Redondo Beach$45/hr - $60/hrFull-timePosted 7mo ago

About the role

CNC Programmer with extensive experience in programming and operating multiple CNC machines (3-axis, 5-axis, etc.), collaborating with engineering, machinists, and operations to optimize machining programs and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Fast pace of execution to deliver parts needed for engine, vehicle, avionics and test development
  • Work with various CAM softwares (NX, MasterCam, HSM Works, Fusion 360, ESPRIT, Hypermill, etc.) and strong ability to learn and become expert in new software rapidly
  • Produce hardware on various machines and OEM software including Heidenhain, Okuma OSP, Siemens, Fanuc, etc.
  • Familiarity managing digital tool libraries to increase shop throughput and managing tool magazines.
  • Knowledgeable of carbide tools and adjusting speed and feed parameters for various cutting strategies
  • Able and ready to offer suggestions on drawing or design changes to improve manufacturability
  • Ability to program billet parts with minimal fixturing by using stock tabs, frames or otherwise.
  • Design and machine scrappy fixture tooling on the fly and as needed to manufacture parts rapidly.
  • Constantly keep products moving and alerting management when bottlenecks are encountered
  • Provide consistent ideas for process improvements

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 5+ years of CNC programming experience using various CAM packages (NX, MasterCam, HSM Works, Fusion 360, ESPRIT, Hypermill, etc.)
  • 4+ years of experience on 5-axis mills, 5-axis mill turns, live tooled turret lathes, etc.
  • Hands on experience on manual and CNC mills and/or lathes
  • Ability to rapidly pick up new CAM software and manage large tool libraries
  • Demonstrated high attention to detail and rapid pace of execution

Skills

Required:CAM software proficiency5-axis programmingTooling and feedsProblem solving / manufacturability
Nice to have:Python programming

Benefits

  • In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as a 401(k) retirement plan.
Last updated Oct 1, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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