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NST CORPORATION

CNC Programmer / set up man

Pay: $70,720/yr
Posted: 8 weeks ago
Location: Lafayette, LA (Onsite)
Last Updated: 3 weeks ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 9/13/2026

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A CNC Programmer programs computer-controlled equipment used to cut wood, plastic, or metal according to precise measurements, or equipment used for different manufacturing processes.

$55,067 / year median in Louisiana

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CNC Programmer / set up man
NST CORPORATION - 3.7
Lafayette, LA Job Details Full-time $32 - $36 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Parts drawings CNC G-code Programming Manufacturing company experience
Full Job Description Benefits:
Health insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Dental insurance Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Training & development Vision insurance Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation Career Growth Opportunities Leadership position Job Summary We are seeking a skilled CNC Programmer / set up man to join our team. As a CNC Programmer / set up man, you'll help to get jobs started which includes creating CNC programs (derived from blueprints) creating and process plans and helping machinists set tooling and run first parts for approval. Responsibilities will include collaborating with the shop coordinator, foreman and QC Manager to understand our customer's needs and in-turn, help communicate accurate process plans for machinists.
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CNC PROGRAMMER / SET UP MAN QUALIFICATIONS
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MUST HAVE MINIMUM OF 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN MACHINE SHOP MANUFACTURING AND REMANUFACTURING. B
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MUST BE SELF STARTER NEEDING MINIMUM SUPERVISION. C
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MUST BE CAPABLE OF READING PRINTS D
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MUST BE CAPABLE OF PROGRAMMING MAZAK CNC LATHES. RESPONSIBILITIES
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CREATE AND FILE PROGRAMS TO BE STORED AS MANUFACUTING RECORDS. B
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CREATE PROCESS PLANS FOR MACHINED PARTS. C
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MUST BE CAPABLE OF EFFICIENTLY PROGRAMMING/ OPERATING MAZAK CNC MACHINE. D
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MUST BE ABLE TO MAKE SOUND MACHINING DECISIONS. E
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MUST BE CAPABLE OF LEADING A GROUP OF EMPLOYEES IN THE MACHINE SHOP. F
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MUST BE CAPABLE OF TRAINING LESS EXPERIENCED MACHINIST BY WAY OF HELPING THEM GET SET UP WITH TOOLING AND PROGRAMS ON ANY JOB NECESSARY. G
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MUST BE ABLE TO PROMOTE RESPECT, COURTEOUSNESS, DEPENDABILITY, GOOD HOUSEKEEPING, MOTIVATION, LOYALITY AND SAFETY THROUGHOUT THE COMPANY ON A DAILY BASIS. H
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ABLE TO LIFT 30 LBS AND/OR PASS PHYSICAL FUNCTION TEST. ACCOUNTABILITY
WILL
REPORT TO THE SHOP
FOREMAN