CNC machine programmer, Kaihanga papatono mīhini CNC
Also known as
- CNC programmer, CAD CAM specialist, CNC and CAM technician, CNC programmer machinist, CNC machinist setter
CNC (computer numerically controlled) machine programmers develop and install computer software programmes to control machines.
Duration
2:00 mins
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$72K to $99K
Most common
$127K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
CNC machine programmers
- usually work regular business hours but may work long hours or shifts
- usually work in engineering workshops and manufacturing plants
- need to methodical, logical and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- programme CNC machines to make parts
- plan machining steps and job sequence
- study drawings to understand specifications
- calculate size and cutting measurements
- set machine speeds and settings
- choose tools and machines for jobs
- enter instructions into machines
- run test jobs
- install software updates
Investigative
Organised
Practical
Interests that fit this job
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You need
- experience in similar work
You may need
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job, but Level 2 may be useful.
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