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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # VMC Programming Specialist - **Company:** The Cnc - **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States - **Salary:** $62,400.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Computer Programming, G-Codes, Gibbscam (Software), Mastercam - **Published:** September 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/vmc-programming-specialist-cnc-milling-los-angeles-ca--f104518e-d40e-4f54-a7e0-5e2731471bd2 ## About the Role * Experience as a CNC Mill Machinist and/or CNC Programmer. * Strong understanding of CNC milling processes and machining fundamentals. * Comfort with prints and GD&T. * G-code fluency and CNC program editing. * CAM programming strongly preferred. * Independent CNC mill setup/operation capability. * Knowledge of cutting tools, workholding, speeds/feeds, and best practices. * Proficiency with precision metrology (calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges). * Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting strengths. * Detail orientation and a commitment to high-quality output. * Ability to work solo and as part of a production team. What experience stands out? * Small/precision component machining and tight-tolerance work. * Working with a variety of metals and engineering materials. * Multi-axis milling experience. * CAD/CAM familiarity. * Time in a production manufacturing environment., Aerospace and Defense, Best Practices, Blueprints, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Check Processing, Computer Programming, Cutting Tools, Documentation, Editing, Engineering Drawing, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Identify Issues, Machine Tool, Machining, Manufacturing, Metrology, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Safety Process, Vertical Machining ## Description We're a high-activity production shop in Glendale, CA focused on micro abrasive sandblasting equipment and services. We're looking for a VMC Programming Specialist who can program, set up, operate, and verify CNC-milled parts with speed and precision., * Programming CNC milling operations in G-code and via CAM; editing and optimizing code. * Setting up VMCs: workholding selection, tooling, speeds/feeds, offsets, and machine parameters. * Interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T to meet spec. * Running first-article inspections, then in-process checks using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges. * Making on-the-fly program/offset tweaks to protect dimensions and quality. * Troubleshooting machining, tooling, programming, and setup challenges. * Improving cycle times, extending tool life, and driving efficiency. * Documenting production and inspection data accurately. * Performing routine machine maintenance and maintaining a tidy cell. * Following safety/quality procedures and partnering with engineering and production to resolve issues and enhance processes., * By translating drawings and GD&T into robust programs and repeatable setups. * By dialing in offsets, verifying parts at the machine, and preventing defects. * By streamlining toolpaths and parameter choices to cut waste and time. Proficiency areas * Aerospace Manufacturing * MasterCam * CamWorks Equipment & software you'll use * CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) * CAM Software (Mastercam, GibbsCAM) * CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Mitsubishi) If you enjoy owning parts from programming through final inspection-and collaborating with engineering to make processes better-we'd love to talk. ## Related Videos - [Times of (climate) crisis - How and why sustainable software is a must!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/988-times-of-climate-crisis-how-and-why-sustainable-software-is-a-must) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Kettle and Pot or Peas in a Pod? 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