CNC Programmer
Talascend · Greenville, SC
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Talascend (industrial) in Greenville, SC. Program, process development, and shop support for large VTL, VBM, gantry 5-axis, and multi-purpose turn/grind machines.
- They ask for
- 4+ years
- Tools it names
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Robotics, CNC, Machining, Tooling, CATIA / NX
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$95k.
Median of the low and high ends of 67 live postings that list pay, out of 1081 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 30 other live manufacturing postings in South Carolina.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (4+ vs 1+)
Similar roles usually ask 1+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 55%
- ✓ Tooling 26%
- ✓ CNC 26%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Robotics, CATIA / NX, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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- 2
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- 3
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
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Full description from TalascendAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Program, process development, and shop support for large VTL, VBM, gantry 5-axis, and multi-purpose turn/grind machines
- ◆Create and verify CNC programs utilizing NX-CAM or other software, including multi-axis milling, turning, grinding, and EDM
- ◆Utilize Vericut to verify new CNC programs prior to shop floor deployment
- ◆Incorporate on-machine probing using Renishaw cycles for part and process validation, including error trapping
- ◆Create programs following standards and qualified machining parameters
- ◆Provide CNC related support to manufacturing engineers and operator training during machine startup or process improvements
- ◆Support daily operator needs with programming and troubleshooting support on the shop floor
- ◆Support tooling and fixturing
requirements
for CNC machines
- ✓Generate and support workstation instructions for CNC issues
- ✓Lead process improvement projects to enhance safety, quality, cost, and delivery
- ✓Communicate effectively with team members and work in a fast-paced, team-based environment
Qualifications
- ✓4 years of experience with graphical-based CAM systems for CNC programming
- ✓Siemens NX CAM experience preferred
- ✓Hands-on machining experience, capable of setting up and proving complex programs
- ✓Experience managing tight tolerances on large-format equipment (up to 2.5 meters)
- ✓Extensive experience machining nickel-based superalloys such as Inconel, Rene, Hastelloy
- ✓Strong problem-solving and organization skills, with shop math skills in geometry and trigonometry
- ✓Experience using Vericut or similar verification software
- ✓Familiarity with multiple machine controls including Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, and Siemens
- ✓Ability to interpret drawing
requirements
and manage multiple projects concurrently
- ✓Demonstrated ability to perform the duties of this position through relevant experience, training, or education
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the
qualifications
of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other
duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or
veteran status.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.
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Talascend is currently seeking a CNC Programmer for a contract opportunity with our client in Greenville, South Carolina .
Overview
This role involves 1st shift CNC programming and shop support/development, with a focus on VTL and 5-axis mill (3+2 & 5-simultaneous) programming for large equipment up to 2.5 meters. The position requires generating and maintaining CNC programs, supporting process development, and providing technical support on the shop floor.