Senior CNC Programmer – 3/5‑Axis Precision Machining
UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies · Plano, TX
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 14 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies (industrial) in Plano, TX. UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking a CNC Programmer to join their Manufacturing and Products Group in Plano, TX.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- CNC, Machining
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k.
Median of the low and high ends of 63 live postings that list pay, out of 1004 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 87 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $85k–$105k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ CNC 44%
- Team leadership 43%
- ✓ Machining 43%
- Tooling 40%
- GD&T 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies in Plano
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- CNC Programmer · Manufacturing · Technician
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Responsibilities
include programming machining parts, collaborating with teams for process improvements, and ensuring production efficiency. Strong attention to detail and communication skills are essential.
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UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking a CNC Programmer to join their Manufacturing and Products Group in Plano, TX. The role involves programming, setting up, and operating CNC machinery for fabricating aluminum and steel components. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and extensive CNC experience.