General Matter
CNC Programmer (Mill, Lathe & Swiss)
Los Angeles, CA +1 · Full-time · Posted May 26, 2026
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, California, United States - Experience
- 5+ years of CNC programming experience.
About the job
Develops and optimizes CNC machining programs and processes for precision components, supporting the transition from prototypes to scalable production.
What you'll do
- Program, prove out, simulate, and optimize machining on 5-axis mills, CNC lathes, and Swiss-type lathes; maintain CAM programs, post-processors, tool libraries, and setup sheets.
- Translate drawings and GD&T into machining strategies, lead first-article runs, and improve cycle time, tool life, and scrap while maintaining quality.
- Document processes and collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering on inspection, traceability, equipment commissioning, and operator mentoring.
What they ask for
- 5+ years of CNC programming, including hands-on 5-axis milling and Swiss-type lathes with live tooling.
- Proficiency with Mastercam, Esprit, GibbsCAM, or Fusion 360, including multi-axis and mill-turn modules.
- Working knowledge of G-code/M-code, CNC controls, and post-processor behavior; ability to interpret complex drawings and apply GD&T.
- Experience machining precision components in metals such as stainless steels, titanium, aluminum, and/or high-temperature/superalloys.
Nice to have
- Experience in regulated manufacturing, preferably nuclear, aerospace, or defense; prototype-to-production transitions or equipment commissioning.
- Familiarity with mill-turn, custom macro programming, CMM/FAI, MES/ERP systems, continuous improvement, or a machinist credential.
Pay
$40.00 - $70.00/hour (base pay)
Tools
Mastercam, Esprit, GibbsCAM, Fusion 360, G-code/M-code, Fanuc, Siemens, Citizen/Star/Tsugami Swiss controls
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