Job Description
At a Glance
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- 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\n
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\n
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- 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\n
Required Experience
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- 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
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Software & Technical Skills
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- Mastercam
- SolidWorks CAM
- Strong general computer proficiency
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Education
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- High School Diploma or GED required
- Technical training in CNC machining, manufacturing, or design preferred
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About B & R Machine, Inc.\n
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.
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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\n
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- Modern CNC machining facility
- Large, diverse machine fleet
- Collaborative engineering and production teams
- High-mix, precision manufacturing environment
- Opportunity to influence processes and efficiency
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