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CNC Programmer

APM Manufacturing
Orange, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026

An experienced CNC Lathe Programmer should process excellent attention to detail, and will be responsible to follow out Programming jobs in accordance with customer and Company procedures and requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Create CNC Lathe Programming and setup sheets using Mastercam Mill Experienced also desired
  • Complex GD&T measurement using calipers, height gage, bore gages etc
  • Advanced shop math
  • Advanced Blueprint reading
  • Experience with Livetooling
  • Cam 2020 plus experience desired

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.

Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Customer Service - Displays courtesy and sensitivity. Manages difficult or emotional customer situations. Meets commitments. Responds promptly to customer needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service.

Dependability - Commits to doing the best job possible. Follows instruction. Keeps commitments. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Responds to requests for service and assistance. Takes responsibility for own actions.

Planning & Organization - Integrates changes smoothly. Plans for additional resources. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Sets goals and objectives. Uses time efficiently. Works in an organized manner.

Quality - Fosters quality focus in others. Improves processes. Measures key outcomes. Sets clear quality requirements. Solicits and applies customer feedback.

Use of Technology - Adapts to new technologies. Demonstrates required skills. Keeps technical skills up to date. Troubleshoots technological problems. Uses technology to increase productivity.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to five years related job experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability: Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English. Write simple correspondence. Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees.

Mathematical Ability: Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: Intermediate.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to lift up to 40 Lbs.

Must be able to sit or stand up to 8 hours per day.

Language Ability: Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English. Write simple correspondence. Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees.

  • Mathematical Ability: Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
  • Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Computer Skills: Intermediate.
  • Supervisory Responsibilities: None.CNC: 3 years (Preferred)
  • CAM programming: 3 years (Required)
  • CNC programming: 3 years (Required)
  • Mastercom OR PC-DMIS software

ITAR

This position requires access to technology that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must be 'U.S. persons' within the meaning of ITAR, which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, asylees, and refugees or other protected individuals as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15. Access for individuals who are not 'U.S. persons' if allowed, may be contingent on the company's ability to obtain any necessary U.S. government authorization, such as an export license." This is required to ensure compliance with federal law.

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

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