CNC Programmer

🔎 At a Glance

• Company: B & R Machine, Inc.
• Location: Ludlow, MA (On-Site)
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Pay Range: Competitive, based on experience
• Experience Level: Mid-Level (3+ years CNC programming)
• CAM Software: Mastercam, SolidWorks CAM
• Industry: Aerospace, Defense, Medical, Industrial Manufacturing
• Work Authorization: U.S. Person likely required (ITAR environment)

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Why This Role Exists

B & R Machine is expanding its programming capability to support complex, high-precision components across aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial sectors. This role ensures new parts are programmed efficiently while continuously improving legacy programs to maximize machine utilization, quality, and throughput.

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What You’ll Do

• Create CNC machining programs for parts and fixtures in collaboration with engineering and manufacturing
• Optimize existing programs to improve cycle times, accuracy, and consistency
• Support production by troubleshooting programming issues
• Interpret engineering drawings, models, and specifications
• Ensure programs meet AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality requirements
• Provide manufacturability feedback to engineering teams
• Maintain organized program files and documentation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform additional duties as assigned

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What You’ll Need to Succeed

Required Experience

• 3+ years of CNC programming experience
• Strong understanding of machining processes for mills and/or lathes
• Ability to interpret GD&T and engineering drawings
• Experience working within ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality systems
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and planning ability
• Effective communication skills

Software & Technical Skills

• Mastercam
• SolidWorks CAM
• Strong general computer proficiency

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical training in CNC machining, manufacturing, or design preferred

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About B & R Machine, Inc.

Founded in 1984, B & R Machine has grown from a small two-person operation into a major CNC manufacturing provider in Western Massachusetts. The company operates a large fleet of CNC milling and turning centers and supports projects from prototype through full-scale production.

B & R serves demanding industries including aerospace, defense, medical, robotics, telecom, oil & gas, and commercial manufacturing. The shop works with advanced materials such as titanium, stainless steel, tool steels, aluminum alloys, nickel alloys, and high-temperature metals within an AS9100-compliant quality system.

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Work Environment & Culture

• Modern CNC machining facility
• Large, diverse machine fleet
• Collaborative engineering and production teams
• High-mix, precision manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to influence processes and efficiency