What are the responsibilities and job description for the Computer Numerical Control Programmer position at ApTask?
Role: Computer Numerical Control Programmer
Location: North Hollywood, CA 91601
Duration: 06 Months (Possible extension)
Pay rate - $50-$52/hr on W2.
Join a mission-driven team building safe, reusable, and low-cost space systems. This role supports machining, fabrication, and prototype/production hardware within a high-precision aerospace environment.
Key Responsibilities (Short)
- Set up and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills/lathes, plus manual machines.
- Load materials, select tooling/fixtures, and perform CNC programming as needed.
- Operate waterjet and cutting equipment for rough cutting and profiling.
- Perform part cleaning, deburring, fitting, minor rework, and basic assembly.
- Inspect machined parts using standard metrology tools and verify dimensions.
- Support prototype, test, and production machining with minimal supervision.
- Maintain 5S, shop organization, equipment upkeep, and safe work practices (LOTO, PPE).
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and basic GD&T.
- Collaborate with engineers and production teams to meet quality, cost, and schedule goals.
- Assist in documenting and standardizing machining processes.
Preferred Experience
- Hands-on CNC programming (conversational or CAM).
- Advanced setup skills, fixture design, tool selection.
- Experience with waterjet machines and machining exotic materials or delicate parts.
Salary : $50 - $52