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This is a detail-oriented position that requires a candidate that has considerable planning, judgment, and the ability to work independently while driving continuous improvement and optimization is all day-to-day activities.\nJob Responsibilities:\n· Read technical drawings and set up the machines in accordance with specified blueprints\n· Develop Program for CNC machines in an organized, methodical, cost effective manner\n· Commit to plant safety procedures and work with safety committee team members\n· Perform quality assurance tests to ensure products meet design specifications\n· Supports AS9100 & ISO requirements for quality policy and procedures\n· Adjust machine cutting paths or settings to optimize production while maintaining quality\n· Troubleshoot and resolve problems with machines as they arise\n· Machine parts to hold tolerances per blueprint or solid modeling specifications\nJob Requirements:\n· 3+ years’ machining experience\n· Able to program via manual, conversational or CAM software\n· GD&T knowledge preferred\n· Willing to work overtime as required\n· Ability to work independently\n· Knowledge of MasterCam is preferred\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:\n· Possess computer and software skills\n· Mathematical skills\n· Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and possess good communication skills\n· Ability to manage and handle consistent change to day-to-day operations and processes\nJames Tool is an Equal Opportunity Employer\nBenefits\nCompetitive Pay\nSteady Overtime\n100% Paid Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance (includes employee, employee/spouse, employee/child, and family)\nDental, and Vision Insurance\nVacation & Holiday Pay\nBirthday Off with Pay\nTuition Reimbursement\nClean, Well Tooled & Organized Modern Shop\nJob Type: Full-time\nWork Location: In person","company":"James Tool Machine Engineering","rawCompany":"james tool machine engineering","city":"Morganton","state":"NC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T21:28:50.708Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9162.00","title":"Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers","slug":"computer-numerically-controlled-tool-programmers"},{"code":"51-4041.00","title":"Machinists","slug":"machinists"},{"code":"51-9161.00","title":"Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators","slug":"computer-numerically-controlled-tool-operators"}],"industries":[{"code":"332710","title":"Machine Shops","slug":"machine-shops"},{"code":"332721","title":"Precision Turned Product Manufacturing","slug":"precision-turned-product-manufacturing"},{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CNC Lathe Programmer","description":"Job Summary:\nA Candidate for this position must be able to read and interpret blueprints. 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