CNC Programmer - Sheet Metal Fabrication & Quoting

Key People; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employer HSA contributions

Vision premiums paid for employees and

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family and parental leave

11 paid company holidays

Company-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Gym membership subsidy

Employee referral bonuses

Scholarship program for employees' 's'

Job summary

Key People is seeking a CNC Programmer for a manufacturing client focused on sheet metal fabrication. The role combines CNC programming, process planning, and cost estimating to support high-quality production and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on programming experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across production, sales, quality, and shipping to optimize manufacturing outcomes.

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.

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; select tooling, materials, and production methods; design manufacturing fixtures; establish manufacturing routings; collaborate to troubleshoot issues.
• Cost Estimating and Quoting: Prepare accurate cost estimates based on material requirements, labor, machine time, and outside services; review customer drawings to assess manufacturability; obtain material and service pricing; support the sales team with quotes.
• Quality and Continuous Improvement: Prepare and maintain quality documentation, including inspection reports, FAIs, and Certificates of Conformance; verify documentation and finished products meet specs and standards; document nonconformances and support corrective actions; assist with internal audits.
• Shipping and Order Coordination: Coordinate packaging and shipment of finished goods; prepare packing slips and shipping docs; schedule carrier pickups; verify order accuracy before shipment.

Skills

CNC programming

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Multi-priority management

Tools

CAD software

CNC programming languages

Job description

Key People is seeking a CNC Programmer for a manufacturing client focused on sheet metal fabrication. The role combines CNC programming, process planning, and cost estimating to support high-quality production and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on programming experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across production, sales, quality, and shipping to optimize manufacturing outcomes.