CNC Programmer vs Welder
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Pay
CNC Programmer
$81,000 typical, a year
Most CNC Programmers earn $72,800 to $98,800 a year.
From 166 postings that list pay
532 open jobs now
Welder
$54,100 typical, a year
Most Welders earn $47,800 to $61,400 a year.
From 904 postings that list pay
4,212 open jobs now
CNC Programmers typically earn about $26,900 more a year than Welders.
What each one does
CNC Programmer
- Develop and write CNC programs for milling, turning, and multi-axis machines.
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine machining requirements.
- Select appropriate tooling, speeds, and feeds to optimize performance and efficiency.
- Run and test programs, then fine-tune them for efficiency and accuracy.
- Diagnose and fix problems that arise during the manufacturing process.
- Ensure the finished parts meet precise specifications and maintain quality standards.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Welder
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols to plan work.
- Perform welding using various methods like MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
- Fit, position, and align metal parts before welding them together.
- Cut and prepare metal components for fabrication and assembly.
- Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality and safety standards.
- Operate machinery and material-handling equipment to move parts.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
CNC Programmer
Asked for in both
- Blueprint Reading 3 in 10 postings
More common in CNC Programmer postings
- CNC Programming 8 in 10 postings
- CNC Machining 6 in 10 postings
- Mastercam 5 in 10 postings
- Tooling 4 in 10 postings
- Esprit CAM 3 in 10 postings
- G-code 3 in 10 postings
- Machining 3 in 10 postings
- Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing 3 in 10 postings
- CAD/CAM 2 in 10 postings
Welder
Asked for in both
- Blueprint Reading 3 in 10 postings
More common in Welder postings
- Welding 9 in 10 postings
- High School Diploma 3 in 10 postings
- Welder Certification 1 in 10 postings
- GTAW 1 in 10 postings
- PPE Usage 1 in 10 postings
- Weld Symbols Interpretation 1 in 10 postings
- Grinding 1 in 10 postings
- Calipers 1 in 15 postings
- Battery Fabrication 1 in 15 postings
Out of each role's current postings.
Open jobs
CNC Programmer
CNC Swiss Programmer - Signing Bonus!!
ARCH Medical SolutionsPay not stated Blandon, PACNC MachiningGeometric Dimensioning & TolerancingProduction PlanningProcess ImprovementMastercam +3Machinist/CNC/Programmer
Luminator Technology GroupPay not stated Plano, TXMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookCNC MachiningSolidWorksAutoCAD +12CNC Programmer | Events, Exhibits, Woodshop
Pinnacle expPay not stated Irvine, CARhinoSolidWorksAutodeskMastercamCNC Machining +4
Welder
Substation Welder
Mastecat$34 - $37/hr Employer statedWortham, Texas OnsiteWeldingSubstationAugmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)High Voltage Systems
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