**Job Title: Sheet Metal Programmer** **Job Description** Job Summary: The CNC Sheet Metal Programmer is responsible for programming and optimizing the operation of CNC press brakes, laser cutters, punch presses, and panel benders in a high-precision, high-volume manufacturing environment. This role requires expertise in sheet metal product design, programming, and machinery operation to ensure efficient and accurate production of complex sheet metal components. Key Responsibilities: * Design and program CNC programs for press brakes, laser cutters, punch presses, and panel benders to produce a variety of sheet metal parts and assemblies * Analyze engineering drawings, specifications, and product samples to determine optimal manufacturing processes and sequences * Develop and maintain a library of proven CNC programs, tooling configurations, and process parameters to maximize productivity and quality * Monitor production runs, analyze performance data, and make adjustments to CNC programs and processes as needed to meet quality and throughput targets * Collaborate with product design, manufacturing engineering, and production teams to identify opportunities for process improvements * Provide technical support and training to machine operators on efficient and safe operation of CNC equipment * Maintain thorough documentation of all CNC programs, tooling, and process parameters Required Qualifications: * 8 years of experience as a CNC programmer for sheet metal fabrication in a high-precision, high-volume manufacturing environment * Proficient in programming and operating CNC press brakes, laser cutters, punch presses, and panel benders * Strong understanding of sheet metal product design, manufacturing processes, and metrology * Expertise in CAD/CAM software for 3D modeling and CNC program generation * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and metrology data * Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills * Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality * Effective verbal and written communication skills * Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment If you have the required qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume. **Hard Skills** + Programming and operating CNC press brakes + Laser cutters + Punch presses + Panel benders + Sheet metal product design + Manufacturing processes + Metrology + CAD/CAM software for 3D modeling + CNC program generation + Reading and interpreting engineering drawings + Specifications + Metrology data **Soft Skills** + Problem-solving + Critical thinking + Decision-making + Attention to detail + Commitment to quality + Verbal and written communication + Flexibility **Job Type** This is a contract position with a duration of 48 Weekly. **Work Environment** High-precision, high-volume manufacturing environment We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following: + Medical, Dental & Vision + 401(k)/Roth + Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D + Short and long-term disability + HSA & DCFSA + Transportation benefits + Employee Assistance Program + Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.