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CNC

Last updated May 16, 2025, generated by Sumble

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What is CNC?

CNC, or Computer Numerical Control, is a manufacturing process in which pre-programmed computer software dictates the movement of factory tools and machinery. It is commonly used to automate the machining of parts made of metal, plastic, wood, or other materials, with high precision and repeatability.

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What other technologies are related to CNC?

CNC Competitor Technologies

Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) is an alternative machining process that can be used instead of CNC for certain applications.

mentioned alongside CNC in 27% (2k) of relevant job posts

Wire EDM is a type of EDM that serves as an alternative to CNC machining for certain applications.

mentioned alongside CNC in 31% (582) of relevant job posts

Grinding is a machining process that can be a competitor to CNC in certain applications requiring very high precision and surface finish.

mentioned alongside CNC in 14% (1.1k) of relevant job posts

CNC Complementary Technologies

G-code is a programming language used to control CNC machines, making it essential for CNC operation.

mentioned alongside CNC in 29% (3.2k) of relevant job posts

Fanuc is a major manufacturer of CNC controllers and robots, widely used in conjunction with CNC machines.

mentioned alongside CNC in 16% (5.7k) of relevant job posts

CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) software is used to generate G-code for CNC machines, a critical part of the CNC workflow.

mentioned alongside CNC in 22% (3.7k) of relevant job posts

Which job functions mention CNC?

Job function

Jobs mentioning CNC

Orgs mentioning CNC

Frontline & Manual Labor

2% (34.6k) job posts

5.9k organizations

Engineer

0% (13.9k) job posts

1.7k organizations

Facilities

1% (8.5k) job posts

1.9k organizations

Mechanical Engineer

2% (4.2k) job posts

1.7k organizations

Technical Designer

0% (2.2k) job posts

444 organizations

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Which organizations are mentioning CNC?

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Industry

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Professional Services

Manufacturing

Parker Hannifin

Manufacturing

Northrop Grumman

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

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