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Senior CNC Programmer

Aleron
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026

Description
Acara Solutions is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer to join our client on a Full Time Direct Hire opportunity available in San Jose 95131
  • Payrate: $55 - $65 per hour (OT available)
  • Shift: 9x80 work schedule with flexible start times
  • Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, paid holidays, PTO
This position will support a high-precision manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for developing CNC programs, optimizing machining processes, and leading programming activities to ensure quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery of machined components.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop, edit, and optimize CNC mill programs using CAD/CAM software (Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar)
  • Interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and models to plan machining operations
  • Design machining processes, tooling, fixtures, and work holding methods for precision parts
  • Set up and operate CNC milling machines and edit G-code at the machine control
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, work instructions, and process plans
  • Troubleshoot machining, programming, and production issues to ensure quality and efficiency
  • Inspect parts to customer specifications and tolerances
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to programming team members and coordinate daily programming activities
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to support manufacturing goals
  • Maintain accurate job records, programming documentation, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards


About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier provider of recruiting and workforce solutions-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in a variety of industries around the world, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that Drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Minimum 7 years of CNC mill programming, setup, and operation in a high-precision manufacturing environment

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
  • Strong experience with CAD/CAM systems and CNC programming software
  • Expertise in fixture design, tooling selection, machining processes, and blueprint interpretation
  • Experience editing G-code and troubleshooting CNC machining operations
  • CNC lathe programming experience preferred but not required
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical documentation



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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.
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Aleron companies; Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

 

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