CNC Programmer

RRC Solutions Group; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health/Dental/Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Family leave

PTO & holidays

Life & disability insurance

Gym subsidy

Referral bonuses

Recognition awards

Scholarship program

Job summary

RRC Solutions Group is seeking a CNC Programmer to join our manufacturing client in Connecticut. The role combines CNC programming, manufacturing process planning, and cost estimating to support sheet metal fabrication, production efficiency, and on-time delivery.

You will develop and optimize CNC programs, interpret drawings, select tooling, design fixtures, and establish routings while collaborating with production, sales, quality, and shipping to drive continuous improvement and accurate

Qualifications

• Demonstrated CNC programming experience in sheet metal fabrication.
• Proficiency with CAD software and CNC programming languages.
• Strong knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes, tooling, and materials.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting production and quoting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for laser cutting, punching, press brake, and other sheet metal fabrication equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and customer specifications to determine manufacturing requirements.
• Select tooling, materials, and production methods to improve efficiency and minimize waste.
• Design manufacturing fixtures as needed.
• Establish manufacturing routings in accordance with applicable standards.
• Work closely with production personnel to troubleshoot issues and improve manufacturing processes.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates based on material requirements, labor, machine time, and outside services.
• Review customer drawings to assess manufacturability and define production requirements.
• Obtain material and service pricing from vendors and suppliers.
• Support the sales team with timely, accurate quotations.
• Prepare and maintain quality documentation, including inspection reports and FAIs.
• Verify documentation and finished products meet customer specifications and industry standards.
• Document nonconformances and support corrective actions.
• Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate packaging and shipment of finished goods.
• Prepare packing slips, bills of lading, and other shipping documentation.
• Schedule carrier pickups and support on-time delivery.
• Verify order accuracy and completeness before shipment.

Skills

CNC programming experience

Attention to detail

Collaboration across departments

Multitask management

Tools

CAD software

CNC programming languages

Job description

We are recruiting a CNC Programmer on behalf of our manufacturing client. This position combines CNC programming, manufacturing process planning, and cost estimating to support high-quality sheet metal fabrication, efficient production, and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on programming experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across production, sales, quality, and shipping.

Duties and Responsibilities

CNC Programming and Manufacturing Support

• Develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for laser cutting, punching, press brake, and other sheet metal fabrication equipment.


• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and customer specifications to determine manufacturing requirements.


• Select tooling, materials, and production methods to improve efficiency and minimize waste.


• Design manufacturing fixtures as needed.


• Establish manufacturing routings in accordance with applicable standards.


• Work closely with production personnel to troubleshoot issues and improve manufacturing processes.

Cost Estimating and Quoting

• Prepare accurate cost estimates based on material requirements, labor, machine time, and outside services.


• Review customer drawings to assess manufacturability and define production requirements.


• Obtain material and service pricing from vendors and suppliers.


• Support the sales team with timely, accurate, and competitive quotations.

Quality and Continuous Improvement

• Prepare and maintain quality documentation, including inspection reports, First Article Inspections (FAI), and Certificates of Conformance.


• Verify that documentation and finished products meet customer specifications and applicable industry standards.


• Document nonconformances and support corrective actions.


• Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Shipping and Order Coordination

• Coordinate packaging and shipment of finished goods.


• Prepare packing slips, bills of lading, and other shipping documentation.


• Schedule carrier pickups and support on-time delivery.


• Verify order accuracy and completeness before shipment.

Experience and Qualifications

• Demonstrated CNC programming experience in sheet metal fabrication.


• Proficiency with CAD software and relevant CNC programming languages.


• Strong knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes, tooling, and materials.


• Familiarity with equipment and manufacturing standards.


• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.


• Effective communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting production and quoting deadlines.

Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Retirement: 401(k) with a generous company match.


• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, employer HSA contributions, and 100% employer-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.


• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan guidance.


• Family Support: Paid family and parental leave, plus reproductive and family health resources.


• Paid Time Off: PTO available from day one and 11 paid company holidays.


• Income Protection: Company-paid life insurance equal to twice the employee's base salary, plus short- and long-term disability coverage.


• Additional Programs: Gym membership subsidy, employee referral bonuses, recognition awards, and a scholarship program for employees' children.