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LEAD FABRICATOR / CNC Vertical Mill Programmer

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New Castle, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 4/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026
Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Donation matching
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources


LEAD FABRICATOR / CNC Vertical Mill Programmer

Custom manufacturing company located in New Castle, DE, is seeking a well-rounded HANDS-ON Lead Fabricator to head up our CNC Department. Candidate will be responsible for manipulation of g & m codes at machines, experience with MasterCam, setting up and operating CNC Vertical Mills (Haas VF-10, VF-4, VF-3 & Fadal) and fabrication of custom steel, aluminum and wood products. Full time day shift position. Attractive salary and benefits package.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • CNC programming, set up & operation of CNC Vertical Mills for standard & custom parts
  • Set-up and break-down of machining centers as well as scheduling PM and cleaning
  • Knowledge of trouble shooting machines
  • Create schedules for machining centers based on production schedule
  • Train and oversee machine operators
  • Must be familiar with steel and aluminum
  • Work on other shop equipment such as manual mills, press-brake, saws, lathe, drills, etc.
  • Draw, read and interpret prints, plans, sketches, and shop drawings.
  • Work with designers and management to achieve customers' satisfaction.
  • Maintain a high level of production while maintaining quality
  • Responding to quick turnaround orders; Some overtime required
  • Performing well in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
  • Maintain clean equipment and work area
  • Forklift certified preferred
  • Perform related duties, as assigned


Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:

  • Trade school graduate, or equivalent.
  • 5 years of programming experience with CNC Vertical Machining Centers
  • Knowledge of Auto CAD, Solidworks and MasterCam
  • Knowledge of wood & Plexiglas a plus
  • Strong knowledge of shop practices and skill in using shop tools and equipment.
  • Ability to ACCURATELY read tape measure & blueprints and translate into fabricated products using fractions & decimal places
  • Experience with Laminates and veneers a plus
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Sufficient strength and physical


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