CNC Programmer

Job Juncture; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health, dental, vision

HSA contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Family leave

PTO + 11 holidays

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Gym membership subsidy

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Job Juncture is assisting a manufacturing client in Farmington, CT, hiring a CNC Programmer responsible for programming, process planning, and cost estimating for sheet metal fabrication. You’ll work across production, sales, quality, and shipping to ensure accurate quotes and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes hands-on CNC programming for laser cutting, punching, and brake forming, with a focus on efficiency, waste reduction, and continuous improvement in a collaborative team environment.

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.
• Familiarity with equipment and manufacturing standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines for production and quotes.

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, and competitive quotations.
• 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.
• 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

CAD software

CNC languages

Sheet metal fabrication

Manufacturing standards

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

CAD/CAM software

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.

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.