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CAD Programmer

JIT Manufacturing
Cowpens, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/21/2026

Start your career in manufacturing with hands-on experience and growth opportunities!

JIT Manufacturing, Inc. is a precision metal fabrication company located directly off I-85 in Cowpens, SC. We’re a trusted partner in the Electrical, Robotic, and Military industries — and we’re growing.

We’re looking for a motivated Entry-Level CAD Programmer who is eager to learn, contribute, and build a future in manufacturing. If you have an interest in CAD/ Solidworks software and want to work in a shop that values quality, teamwork, and professional growth, this could be the role for you.

Why you'll love working here:

  • Training & Growth – learn directly from experienced programmers and fabricators
  • Company-Paid Medical Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Weekly Company-Sponsored Lunches
  • Team-Oriented Culture where your effort is recognized
  • Stability – serving industries that demand precision and reliability

What you'll be doing:

  • Create and update CAD/CAM programs for CNC equipment
  • Work with drawings, blueprints, and CAD files
  • Collaborate with the shop floor team to ensure accuracy and efficiency
  • Assist in optimizing designs to minimize waste and maximize yield
  • Gain hands-on experience with metal fabrication processes

What we're looking for:

  • Basic knowledge of 2D/3D drawing software
  • Familiarity with CAD files, blueprint reading, and Microsoft Office
  • SolidWorks experience is a plus (but not required)
  • Interest in CNC programming (experience is a plus, not required)
  • A positive attitude and reliable attendance — critical for success here
  • Willingness to learn about sheet metal, welding, and fabrication

Pay & Benefits:

  • $20–$23/hour
  • M-Th 6:00am-4:30pm
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program

This is a great opportunity for someone starting their career who wants to grow with a company that invests in its people.

*Only local candidates and those moving to the area within 30 days will be considered. Relocation is not provided.

JIT Manufacturing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $23

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