CNC Manufacturing Programmer — Precision Machining

Shape the Program. Shape the Part. Shape the Future.

B&G Manufacturing Co., Inc. is a third‑generation, family‑owned company on a strong growth trajectory. We are adding a CNC Manufacturing Programmer to help translate blueprints into first‑article reality and keep production running smoothly.

A day in the role

You start by reviewing the day’s prints, clarifying any questions with engineering, and planning the best approach for lathes and mills. You build efficient programs in Mastercam and/or Esprit, optimize tooling and offsets, and collaborate with Leads, setup personnel, and shop supervisors to run first articles with confidence. As production ramps, you support operators on the floor with hands‑on troubleshooting, update programs as needed, and conduct time studies to validate and improve cycle times. Throughout, you set the tone for precision and quality.

What you will do

• Program CNC work centers from blueprint to first article for lathes and mills.
• Partner with Leads, setup personnel, and shop supervisors to ensure seamless handoffs and minimal downtime.
• Provide floor support: technical guidance, corrective actions, and root‑cause troubleshooting.
• Train operators and new hires on setups, program changes, and machining best practices.
• Review drawings, identify/correct print issues, and collaborate with engineering.
• Apply deep knowledge of materials, insert grades, and tooling to improve performance and tool life.
• Run time studies and estimate cycle times using CAM software to validate routings.
• Model professional conduct and champion a culture of accuracy and craftsmanship.

What you bring

• 5+ years of CNC Lathe & Mill programming experience, blueprint to first article.
• 2+ years using Mastercam and/or Esprit.
• Expertise in blueprint reading, setup, tooling selection, and multi‑axis programming.
• Comfort with Quality Control measuring and testing equipment.
• Experience training others and troubleshooting on the shop floor.

Tools and technologies

• CNC Lathes (2–4 axis): Doosan, Okuma, DMG Mori Seiki
• CAM: Esprit (and Mastercam experience welcomed)
• Programming: G‑Code, M‑Code

Work environment & physical requirements

• Blend of shop and office work; PPE required in production areas.
• Ability to lift and handle materials up to 70 lbs as needed.

Why B&G Manufacturing

• Family‑owned for three generations with a supportive, tight‑knit culture.
• Growing organization with expanding opportunities.
• Active investment in technology, training, and talent development.
• Real ability to make an impact and grow your career.