CNC Programmer
Polamer Precision, Inc. · New Britain, CT
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 8+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Polamer Precision, Inc. (industrial) in New Britain, CT. Demonstrate proficiency with MasterCam and/or NX.
- They ask for
- 8+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, GD&T, CNC, Tooling, SolidWorks, CATIA / NX
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k.
Median of the low and high ends of 50 live postings that list pay, out of 825 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 670 other live manufacturing postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (8+ vs 3+)
Typical $72k–$104k, from 85 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 49%
- ✓ Tooling 40%
- ✓ CNC 33%
- Machining 31%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for SolidWorks, CATIA / NX, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from Polamer Precision, Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Demonstrate proficiency with MasterCam and/or NX
- ◆Experience in using Solid Works is desired
- ◆Ability to read engineering prints and design documentation, including the ability to understand GD&T
- ◆Develop work-holding fixtures and select cutting tools
- ◆Must have ability to adjust speeds, feeds, tooling and operating sequences as needed and analyze G code
- ◆Specify perishable tooling and capable fixturing while applying continuous improvements to the manufacturing process.
- ◆Must have advanced knowledge of metal cutting as well as the ability to select and recommend test tooling
- ◆Multi-Axis and Multi-Spindle experience a plus
- ◆Integrate work with the Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing and Scheduling Department to ensure a smooth flow of quality products through the factory.
Qualifications
- ✓An ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering
- ✓Must have excellent communication skills: verbal, written and presentation
- ✓Familiarity with the latest technologies and equipment used in manufacturing processes
- ✓Minimum 5-8 years of experience using: NX, Unigraphics and SolidWorks Software, Mastercam
- ✓Knowledge of raw materials
- ✓Knowledge of mathematics: algebra, geometry, calculus and geometry
- ✓Team leading ability
- ✓Good problem-solving skills
- ✓Ability to manage one’s time and time of the team
- ✓Ability to detect problems
- ✓Background of science, technology, engineering and mathematics
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Position: CNC Programmer
Type: Full-Time, 1st shift
Work Environment
- •While performing duties for this job, it’s required to alternate between standing and sitting. Also perform walking, gross manipulation, visual acuity, climbing stairs, ladders, ramps, fine motor manipulation, lifting/carrying, pushing, and pulling.
- •Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane
- •Must be able to perform repetitive movements daily.
- •Required to always wear safety shoes and safety glasses when on the shop floor.
- •Possible risk of injury from equipment or sharp parts and may be required to use protective equipment such as gowns and safety goggles.
- •Assignment may require working on loud and potentially dangerous machinery/materials.
- •Required to use computer or touch screen to enter work order data.
- •Must be able to move and lift objects of up to 40 lbs.
- •May require local travel
Benefits
- •Comprehensive medical insurance plans including dental and vision
- •Company paid insurance packages: life insurance, short-term disability, and long term disability
- •401k and HRA Funding
- •Company paid apparel with dry cleaning
- •Safety shoe vouchers
- •Paid time off, paid holidays and paid floating holidays to accommodate our diverse work environment
- •Employee Assistance Program
- •Tuition reimbursement
- •Continued education and professional development
- •Company paid job training
- •Family leave
- •Employee discounts
- •On-site Micro Market
- •Company family picnic and holiday parties
About us
Polamer Precision Inc., is a global aerospace manufacturing company specializing in complex aerospace engine components for demanding applications. We collaborate with clients to solve challenges in engineering and production. Polamer Precision's approach to aerospace manufacturing is vastly different than other sub-primes in the aerospace industry. We are a positive, forward-looking company with the future on our collective minds. Polamer Precision's efforts present a paradigm shift in terms of what can be accomplished with manufacturing in the United States. Our ability to maximize technological assets while empowering people with the latest tools enables us to compete on a global scale. Whether installing a megawatt solar array or acquiring the latest cutting-edge technology, we strive to improve every aspect of aerospace manufacturing on a daily basis. Innovation and dedication to new technology has resulted in a proven track record of surpassing expectations while consistently setting the bar for what can be accomplished in lean manufacturing. Our relentless pursuit to innovate is at the core of our principles. We have had unprecedented growth year after year with a current employee count of over 190+ and almost a billion-dollar backlog of business.
To learn more about polamer precision visit
www.polamer.us
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.
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