Equipment Programmer

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking an experienced Equipment Programmer in Salt Lake City, UT. The role involves programming production machinery, ensuring efficiency and quality, and collaborating with engineering and production teams. Candidates should have a high school diploma, welding experience, and strong mechanical aptitude. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Medical insurance with HSA

Dental and vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of hands-on welding experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Program and edit CNC and robotic welding equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams.
• Maintain and update program libraries.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Welding certification

Tools

CAM software

OEM software

Hand tools

Grinders

Measuring equipment

Job description

Introduction

At Senneca, we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of the innovators that created our brands from traffic doors, to cold storage doors to fiberglass doors and beyond. We are committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations and to provide doors that offer safety and protection to our customers’ most important assets…people, products, capital investments and processes.

Overview

We are searching for an experienced Equipment Programmer at ourSalt Lake City, UTfacility.


We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical insurance with an HSA, dental and vision coverage, company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and voluntary long-term disability. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, paid holidays, and three weeks of PTO. We also provide a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, a limited flexible spending account (FSA), an employee assistance program (EAP), employee discount programs, and other optional voluntary benefits.

The Equipment Programmer is responsible for creating, modifying, and optimizing programs for production machinery including CNC cutting systems, robotic welders, press brakes, and other fabrication equipment. This role supports manufacturing operations by ensuring machine programs are accurate, efficient, and aligned with engineering specifications. The Equipment Programmer will collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality to ensure seamless execution of production jobs, while supporting safety and continuous improvement initiatives on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential functions/duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Other duties/functions may be added or assigned.

• Program and edit CNC, robotic welding, and fabrication equipment using appropriate CAM and OEM software (e.g., nesting software, offline programming tools, teach pendants).
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD models to determine machine setup and programming requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to ensure manufacturability and efficiency of programmed parts.
• Maintain and update program libraries; ensure proper file naming, revision control, and documentation.
• Perform test runs and support machine operators in setup and troubleshooting to validate new or revised programs.
• Monitor machine cycle times, tool paths, and cut quality; recommend improvements for efficiency and material utilization.
• Support maintenance of tooling and fixture libraries used during programming.
• Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Assist in training machine operators and providing technical support on equipment use and controls.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, reduce scrap, and improve overall machine uptime.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of welding certification program or equivalent hands-on welding experience (1–2 years preferred).
• Proficiency in MIG and/or TIG welding required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with hand tools, grinders, clamps, and measuring equipment (calipers, tape measures, etc.).
• Demonstrated commitment to quality and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of material handling safety practices.
• Forklift or overhead crane experience a plus.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand for extended periods of time (6–12 hours).
• Squatting, kneeling and standing frequently.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Use of steps, ladders, and lifting equipment.
• Regular exposure to a manufacturing environment, including noise, machinery, and heat, dust/dirt frequently and fumes, vapors and mists occasionally.

Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

**Please no Third-party candidates or phone calls**