CNC Programmer - Agawam, MA

Piedmont Plastics is the leading independent and privately held distributor of performance plastics in North America. Since first opening our doors in 1968 with just one location and five employees, Piedmont has grown to over 50 locations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, employing over 575 individuals.

At Piedmont Plastics, we are a family, and believe our people are the foundation of our success. Our company culture is engrained in every facet of our business, and we are devoted to maintaining an enjoyable, open, and supportive atmosphere across the organization. We care about and respect one another by demonstrating integrity in everything that we do and take pride in giving our employees the ability to thrive in a growth-oriented environment.

Our diverse workforce brings passion to the mission of Piedmont Plastics every day – to be best-in-class in the distribution of performance plastics. Our materials can be found in every industry market segment, and we are concentrated on satisfying our customers with expert product knowledge and a solutions-focused mentality.

Join a team that works together in a collaborative and winning environment to continuously exceed customers’ expectations. After all, Piedmont Plastics is “where solutions take shape!”.

Today, Piedmont Plastics is currently hiring for a CNC Programmer for our Agawam Branch. The Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Programmer inputs detailed instructions into a computer system that guides the CNC machine to perform precision machining jobs; sets-up, runs and adjusts all CNC machines and tools to perform machine operations and meet quality requirements.  

In this position you will be required to:

• Create and make edits to programs to run and operate CNC machines by means of using models, prints, and files
• Maintain and adjust all CNC machines and tools
• Communicate with supervisors and peers to provide information by telephone, in writing, e-mail or in person
• Use computer to enter records, track time, and quantity
• Implement quality control by conducting tests and inspections of products and processes to evaluate quality or performance
• Assume responsibility for machine maintenance, housekeeping of work area, and safe work habits
• Monitor processes and makes programming changes that will allow process to produce an acceptable part
• Set controls to regulate machining or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media
• May be required to run secondary equipment such as routers and other CNC machines
• Help to align and secure fixtures and teaches CNC Router Operators these techniques
• Monitor the feeds and speeds of machines during machining process
• Follow lockout/tag out and all other OSHA requirements
• Other warehouse duties as needed

A successful candidate will have:

• At least 2 years experience creating and making edits to programs
• Experience with 5 axis CNC equipment
• Preferred experience with CNC Bed mills and routers
• Additional experience with Alpha Cam Software is a plus
• Familiar with Lockout/Tagout and other OSHA requirements
• Ability to work with micrometers and calipers
• Experience with Surfcam and Solidworks
• A positive work attitude

What Piedmont Plastics has to offer:

• Industry leading wages
• A generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching savings plan and paid time off
• An opportunity to work in a growing industry

Please use the Apply Now button to apply for this position

With the large amount of applications expected to be received for this position, only applicants that meet the minimum hiring criteria will be considered for this position. 

No Phone calls from applicants or staffing firms, please.

Piedmont Plastics is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.