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CNC Programmer

Brenton
Alexandria, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/5/2026

Build Your Career as a CNC Programmer in a Growing Company

Do you enjoy hands-on work? Do you like solving puzzles? Are you motivated by seeing your contributions come to life? Our manufacturing team specializes in supporting the lifecycle of our machines and products. Our team is dedicated to consistency, fit, finish, machine integrity, and manufacturing excellence.

We offer rewarding, challenging opportunities throughout the world, across multiple packaging segments. If you are detail-oriented and focused on continuous improvement, we want to talk to you.

Do we have your attention? Keep reading.

Pro Mach's Brenton division is seeking a qualified individual to join our Fabrication team. This role will focus on programming CNC machines, laser and waterjet to support production needs. The ideal candidate will also initiate and drive cost reduction strategies and recommend process improvements to ensure alignment with Brenton's quality standards. This position reports to the Fabrication Supervisor and is located in our Alexandria, MN facility.

Brenton, based in Alexandria, MN, is a leading manufacturer of case packers, palletizers, shrink-wrapping machines and complete End of Line packaging systems for the food & beverage and consumer packaged goods markets. Brenton is a division of Pro Mach, a leading provider of integrated packaging and processing solutions for over 20,000 customers worldwide. Through multiple brands, Pro Mach provides product packaging and processing equipment, PMMI-certified training, installation, parts, and service for primary and secondary packaging, flexible packaging, end-of-line packaging, and identification and tracking. For more information on Pro Mach’s brands visit www.ProMachBrands.com.

Are you motivated about this work?

  • Capable of all machinist responsibilities with little or no supervision.
  • Set up and run open set-up mills and lathes. This includes turret lathe, tapping machines, end hole machines and saw.
  • Ability to operate CNC equipment and able to edit CNC programs.
  • Ability to program CNC machines.
  • Initiate and drive cost reduction and fabrication process recommendations.
  • Must be able to do high quality work consistently in an acceptable amount of time.
  • Must have strong knowledge of proper application of tooling.
  • Capable of reading and understanding blueprints.
  • Capable of hand layout and drilling.
  • Must be able to support Brenton's world-class checkout process.
  • Ability to communicate with Engineering and offer suggestions regarding changes to machine blueprints.

What's in it for You?

There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career.

In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. The education and experience you bring to a role with us matter. Placement within our salary range is determined based upon years of directly relatable experience for your position. These components, along with local and national compensation survey data, contribute to deciding a candidate's potential starting rate of pay.

Total compensation includes your pay, potential short-term incentive opportunities, comprehensive medical/dental/vision programs, as well as life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off programs, a retirement savings plan with a company match and a wellness program. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, there is no waiting period for benefits - you are eligible on your first day of employment!

Base Hourly Range: $24.00-$32.00

Please note that the pay ranges listed on external job boards, outside our posting details, do not accurately reflect our internal compensation ranges.

If this sounds like you, we want to connect!

  • Technical Degree in a fabrication trade preferred; 3 years of machining experience preferred.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and work well in a team environment.
  • Strong mechanical and mathematical skills.

Pro Mach, Inc. was named to the Inc. 5,000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities.

We have the rewards, opportunities, and market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.

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ProMach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Salary : $24 - $32

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