Sheetmetal Programmer / Estimator

TRUMPF France; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 78,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Family leave

Paid time off from day one

11 company holidays

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Gym membership subsidy

Employee referral bonuses

Scholarship program for employees' nep

Job summary

TRUMPF Inc. seeks a skilled Sheetmetal Programmer/Estimator to join our fabrication team. This role combines technical CNC programming with cost estimating to deliver high-quality products on schedule and within budget.

You will create CNC programs for laser, punching, and brake operations, interpret drawings, select tooling, prepare accurate cost estimates, and support sales with timely quotes while ensuring compliance with TRUMPF standards and customer specifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with CNC programming for sheet metal fabrication.
• Proficiency with CAD software and CNC programming languages.
• Strong understanding of sheet metal processes and materials.
• Familiarity with TRUMPF equipment and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimize CNC programs for laser, punching, press brake, and sheet metal equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD models.
• Select tooling, materials, and processes to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
• Design manufacturing fixtures as needed.
• Establish routings according to TRUMPF standards.
• Collaborate with production team to troubleshoot and improve processes.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates based on material, labor, and machine time.
• Review customer drawings to determine manufacturing requirements.
• Communicate with vendors and suppliers for material and service pricing.
• Support sales team with timely, competitive quotes.
• Generate and maintain quality documentation including inspection reports, First Article Inspections (FAI), and Certificates of Conformance.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.
• Track and document non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate packaging and shipment of finished goods.
• Prepare packing slips, bills of lading, and shipping documentation.
• Schedule carrier pickups and ensure on-time delivery.
• Verify order accuracy before shipment.

Skills

CNC programming

CAD software

Sheet metal processes

TRUMPF equipment

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Tools

CAD software

TRUMPF equipment

Job description

As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company culture, which values collaboration and mutual trust, creates the ideal framework for boldly trying new things and questioning the status quo. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable. Whether lasers, machine tools, EUV or electronics - TRUMPF is building technological worlds for future generations. Are you ready for new challenges? We are seeking a skilled Sheetmetal Programmer/Estimator to join our fabrication team. This role combines technical CNC programming expertise with cost estimating to deliver high-quality products on schedule and within budget.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create and optimize CNC programs for laser, punching, press brake, and sheet metal equipment
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD models
• Select tooling, materials, and processes to maximize efficiency and minimize waste
• Design manufacturing fixtures as needed
• Establish routings according to TRUMPF standards
• Collaborate with production team to troubleshoot and improve processes
• Prepare accurate cost estimates based on material, labor, and machine time
• Review customer drawings to determine manufacturing requirements
• Communicate with vendors and suppliers for material and service pricing
• Support sales team with timely, competitive quotes
• Generate and maintain quality documentation including inspection reports, First Article Inspections (FAI), and Certificates of Conformance
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards
• Track and document non-conformances and corrective actions
• Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives
• Coordinate packaging and shipment of finished goods
• Prepare packing slips, bills of lading, and shipping documentation
• Schedule carrier pickups and ensure on-time delivery
• Verify order accuracy before shipment

Experience & Education

• Proven experience with CNC programming for sheet metal fabrication
• Proficiency with CAD software and CNC programming languages
• Strong understanding of sheet metal processes and materials
• Familiarity with TRUMPF equipment and standards
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Pay & Benefits

• Retirement: 401(k) with generous company match
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions and 100% employer-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan guidance to support your continued learning
• Family Support: Paid family and parental leave programs, plus comprehensive reproductive and family health resources
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off available from day one, plus 11 paid company holidays
• Income Protection: Company-paid life insurance at two times base salary, along with short- and long-term disability coverage
• Additional Programs: Gym membership subsidy, employee referral bonuses, recognition awards, and a scholarship program for employees' children

Pay Range: $77,534 - $112,621

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