CNC Programmer – 5-Axis Mill & Multi-Axis Turning

🔎At a Glance

Company: Olson Custom Designs
Location: Indianapolis, IN (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $40.00 – $50.00 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift (Standard Business Hours)
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Senior (5+ Years Programming Experience)
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the United States

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to continued growth in aerospace, defense, and medical device programs requiring advanced multi-axis programming expertise.

At Olson Custom Designs, this position plays a critical role in producing mission-critical, tight-tolerance components where precision is non-negotiable. The CNC Programmer ensures programs are efficient, repeatable, and capable of achieving first-article success in high-reliability manufacturing environments.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Program complex 5-axis milling operations
• Program multi-axis CNC turning and mill-turn centers
• Develop and optimize toolpaths for tight tolerances and superior surface finishes
• Interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T requirements
• Support first-article prove-outs and production troubleshooting
• Refine programs to improve cycle times and process stability
• Collaborate with machinists, quality, and engineering teams
• Support continuous improvement initiatives

This is high-mix, high-precision work — not routine production programming.

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

• Mazak 5-Axis Machining Centers (VC Series, C Series)
• Grob G350 5-Axis Machines
• DMG Mori Mill-Turn Centers
• Multi-Axis Turning Centers

Controls:

• Mazatrol
• Fanuc
• Siemens (where applicable)

CAM Software:

• SolidCAM
• Advanced multi-axis programming platforms

Inspection Tools:

• Micrometers, calipers, bore gauges
• Optical comparators
• Advanced metrology support

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Aerospace Alloys
• Medical-Grade Materials

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What We’re Looking For

Required

• 5+ years of CNC programming experience
• Proven experience programming 5-axis mills and/or multi-axis turning centers
• Strong CAM software proficiency
• Deep understanding of G-code and toolpath optimization
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints and GD&T
• Experience holding tight tolerances in precision environments

Preferred

• Aerospace or medical device manufacturing experience
• Familiarity with AS9100D or ISO 13485 environments
• Experience supporting first-article inspections

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Why Machinists & Programmers Like Working Here

Programmers choose Olson Custom Designs because:

• Modern 5-axis and mill-turn equipment
• Advanced CAM technology
• Complex, meaningful aerospace and medical work
• Strong quality systems and metrology support
• A team that respects technical expertise
• Steady workload and growth-driven environment

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $40.00 – $50.00 per hour (DOE)

Benefits:

• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Schedule:
Day Shift | Full-Time | Overtime as needed

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Apply

Interested CNC Programmers can apply directly through hireCNC.

Apply now to work on complex 5-axis and multi-axis machining programs supporting aerospace and medical manufacturing in Indianapolis, Indiana.