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manufacturing

CNCProgrammer&ManufacturingSpecialist

$0k+ Richmond, Virginia, United States CONTRACT
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“CNC Programmer & Manufacturing Specialist. Skills: CNC programming, CAM programming, machine setup, quality inspections. Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs using CAM software. Set up machines, tooling, feeds, and speeds for production runs”

What You'll Achieve.

ensuring quality and efficiency; improve efficiency and workflow

Industry & Context.

manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities; identify machining or production issues and implement corrective actions

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Multiple years of hands-on machining experience in a manufacturing environment, 2–5 years of CAM programming experience, Experience with Fusion 360 comparable CAM software experience will also be considered, understanding of CNC machine setup and tooling adjustments, Ability to perform quality inspections and maintain production accuracy, troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

Nice to Have

Experience programming or operating HAAS CNC equipment, Familiarity with GD&T principles, Technical training or certification related to machining or CNC programming, Ability to support or mentor less experienced team members

What You'll Do.

and optimize CNC programs using CAM software

and speeds for production runs

Read and interpret G-code and M-code programs

Perform first-piece inspections and verify product quality standards

Utilize precision measuring tools

Identify machining or production issues and implement corrective actions

Work closely with operators and production personnel to improve efficiency and workflow

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work closely with operators and production personnel to improve efficiency and workflow; Ability to support or mentor less experienced team members; communication and collaboration skills

Communication Scope

communication and collaboration skills

Full Job Description

## Description CAD/CAM Programmer Location: Richmond, VA Job Type: Contract-to-Hire Shift: 1st Shift Pay Rate: Starting at $28.00/hr (higher depending on experience) Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled CAD/CAM Programmer to join a growing manufacturing team. This role is ideal for someone with strong machining experience who can program, set up, and optimize CNC operations while ensuring quality and efficiency. ## Primary Responsibilities Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs using CAM software such as Fusion 360 or equivalent platforms Set up machines, tooling, feeds, and speeds for production runs Read and interpret G-code and M-code programs Perform first-piece inspections and verify product quality standards Utilize precision measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, gauges, and related inspection equipment Identify machining or production issues and implement corrective actions Work closely with operators and production personnel to improve efficiency and workflow ## Required Experience Multiple years of hands-on machining experience in a manufacturing environment 2–5 years of CAM programming experience Experience with Fusion 360 preferred; comparable CAM software experience will also be considered Strong understanding of CNC machine setup and tooling adjustments Ability to perform quality inspections and maintain production accuracy Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities ## Preferred Qualifications Experience programming or operating HAAS CNC equipment Familiarity with GD&T principles Technical training or certification related to machining or CNC programming Ability to support or mentor less experienced team members Strong communication and collaboration skills ## Benefits & Perks Competitive compensation based on experience Opportunity for long-term/full-time employment Tools and equipment provided Stable team environment with advancement potential

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