What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - CNC Programming position at Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions?
Job Type
Internship
Description
OVERVIEW
Cadrex is searching for a CNC Programming Intern who supports the engineering and manufacturing teams in developing, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs for production. This role provides hands-on experience with CNC machining processes, CAM software, and shop floor operations. The intern will assist in improving machining efficiency, ensuring program accuracy, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This position is ideal for students pursuing careers in manufacturing engineering, machining, or related technical fields who are seeking practical, real-world experience in a fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com.
Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Internship
Description
OVERVIEW
Cadrex is searching for a CNC Programming Intern who supports the engineering and manufacturing teams in developing, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs for production. This role provides hands-on experience with CNC machining processes, CAM software, and shop floor operations. The intern will assist in improving machining efficiency, ensuring program accuracy, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This position is ideal for students pursuing careers in manufacturing engineering, machining, or related technical fields who are seeking practical, real-world experience in a fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in creating and editing CNC programs using CAM software for milling, turning, or multi-axis machining centers
- Support program validation through simulation, test runs, and shop floor prove-outs
- Review technical drawings, models, and specifications to ensure program accuracy and completeness
- Make minor program adjustments to improve cycle time, tool paths, and machining efficiency
- Work closely with machinists, setup technicians, and engineers to troubleshoot machining issues
- Observe and support machine setups, tool changes, and first-piece inspections
- Assist in documenting standard work instructions, setup sheets, and tooling requirements
- Participate in daily production meetings or shift handoffs as applicable
- Support initiatives focused on reducing cycle time, scrap, and tool wear
- Collect and analyze basic production data to identify improvement opportunities
- Assist in organizing and maintaining program libraries and revision control systems
- Contribute to 5S and lean manufacturing activities within the machining area
- Follow all safety policies and procedures while working in the manufacturing environment
- Support adherence to quality standards by verifying program outputs and part conformance
- Assist in root cause investigations related to machining defects or inconsistencies
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic understanding of CNC machining principles (milling, turning, tooling, feeds and speeds)
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360, SolidWorks CAM, or similar) preferred
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn in a hands-on environment
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Currently enrolled in relevant program
- Onsite
- M-F
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing
- Health/dental/vision coverage
- Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Generous paid time off and holiday pay
- Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
- 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
- Education support program
- Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
- Referral bonuses
- Bonus plan for all full-time employees
CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com.
Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.