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CNC Lathe Programmer / Setup Technician

MOHR Talent
South Plainfield, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/28/2026
CNC Lathe Programmer / Setup Technician

Compensation

$90,000 – $130,000 DOE

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Programmer / Setup Technician to join a precision machining company serving the aerospace, defense, and medical device industries.

This is a hands-on role responsible for independently setting up, programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing CNC lathes while producing high-precision components with tight tolerances.

Requirements
  • 7 years of CNC Lathe setup and programming experience
  • Experience machining aerospace, defense, medical, or other precision components
  • Strong ability to:
    • Set up CNC lathes
    • Create and edit CNC programs
    • Troubleshoot machining issues
    • Optimize cycle times and processes
  • Ability to read blueprints and GD&T
  • Experience holding tight tolerances (±0.0005" or better)
Preferred Experience
  • Haas and Okuma CNC Lathes
  • Mastercam Lathe or Mill-Turn
  • Live Tooling, Y-Axis, and Mill-Turn machines
  • First Article Inspections and precision measuring equipment
  • CAD experience (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD)
Responsibilities
  • Program and set up CNC lathes for production and prototype work
  • Select tooling, fixtures, and machining methods
  • Troubleshoot quality and machining issues
  • Improve setup efficiency and cycle times
  • Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams




MOHR Talent is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@themohrgrp.com

Salary : $90,000 - $130,000

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