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CNC Programmer in Arlington

Date Posted: Thursday, March 19, 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

You will find our team atmosphere challenging and rewarding. In addition to working with a world-class team, receiving a competitive base salary and bonus opportunities, our U.S. employees also enjoy the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Maternity Leave, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Bereavement, 401(k) (up to 4% match with vesting from day 1), PTO, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Education Assistance...and more! At MicroPort, we care about our employees and encourage them to make healthy lifestyle choices and embrace wellness opportunities to maintain their very best health and wellbeing.

This is a 5-day 1st shift position: 7:00am-3:30pm (Monday-Friday)

Overall Summary

As CNC Programmer, you will create programs for CNC equipment using CAD/CAM software. You will improve and optimize machining processes by reviewing material removal rates for optimum tool life and increased efficiency and ensure successful completion of CNC programming goals set forth by management.

Your duties will include:

  1. Create and maintain multi-axis CNC programs to produce parts using CAD/CAM software. Experience utilizing Vericut, or UG/MasterCam optimization tools is a plus.
  2. Experience in developing and implementing solutions in a regulated production manufacturing process.
  3. Develop CNC machining processes by selecting the chucking device, cutting tools, tool arrangement, and cutting speeds and feeds with emphasis on standardization.
  4. Perform CNC program prove outs on the machine tool and correct the programs as required.
  5. Prepare detailed work instructions and supervise machining process validations including operator training. Communicate effectively with Manufacturing Engineering, Product Development Engineering, plant personnel, and individuals outside the company.
  6. Implement and report cost improvements.
  7. Assist in the design of jigs, tools, fixtures, and special equipment for CNC applications.
  8. Ensure compliance with current CNC programming standards and best practices.
  9. Assist in the selection of new equipment.
  10. Follow all programming file management procedures, set by the company and/or applicable Quality Specifications to ensure compliance of CNC programs with our Quality Management System.
  11. Function as subject matter expert and mentor for other programmers and machinists.
  12. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

We might be a great match if you...

...possess a broad background and knowledge of many manufacturing processes to perform this job.  Experience with CNC machining, manual machining, metal finishing/grinding and assembly is required. Must have a working knowledge of CAD/CAM systems and be familiar with 3D models.

 

YOUR EDUCATION

Required: High School Diploma or GED

Preferred: Associate’s Degree or Technical School completion in related field 

YOUR EXPERIENCE

With High School Diploma or GED: Minimum five years of CNC programming experience to include three years’ experience using CAD/CAM software.With Associate’s Degree or Tech School Completion: Minimum 3 years related experience required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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