Job Description
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)
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.
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
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
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.
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