VMC Programmer
Job Description
π§ Role: VMC Programmer (Core Technical Role)
What they expect you to actually do:
Write G-code programs from scratch (not just editing)
Plan machining sequence (tool selection, speeds, feeds)
Optimize cycle time & productivity
Read drawings + apply GD&T basics
Support production team when issues happen
π This is engineering-level CNC work, not operator work.
π Eligibility (Strict)
Mechanical background (Diploma / BE)
Minimum 3 years REAL VMC programming experience
π βProgrammingβ means:
You created programs yourself
Not just pressing cycle start
π° Salary Reality
βΉ22K β βΉ38K/month
Real breakdown:
βΉ20β25K β beginner programmer
βΉ25β32K β average
βΉ32β38K β strong programmer (target this)
π If youβre skilled, donβt settle below βΉ30K
π Location Insight
Most such roles are clustered in Coimbatore
π High demand area for CNC programmers
π Why This Job Matters
Moves you into high-value CNC skill category
Programming = career turning point
Opens path to:
Senior Programmer
CNC Engineer
Production Engineer
β οΈ Brutal Truth (Important)
If you only know:
Loading parts
Tool offset
Running existing programs
β You are NOT ready
If you can:
Write G-code independently
Decide tools & parameters
Troubleshoot machining issues
β Then you are ready