CNC Plasma Table Programmer

CAD/CAM Programmer (CNC Plasma) Equipment & Assembly Plant | Pittsburgh, PA At Calgon Carbon, A Kuraray Company, you'll do more than program machines—you'll help manufacture equipment that supports cleaner air and cleaner water around the world. Join a global leader in environmental solutions where innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement are part of everything we do.

Whether you're an experienced CNC programmer or have a background in AutoCAD, drafting, or manufacturing and are looking to grow your career, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Calgon Carbon? Comprehensive Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Coverage Health Savings Account (HSA) 401(k) with Generous Company Match Company Incentive/Bonus Programs Tuition Reimbursement Work-Life Balance Monday–Friday Schedule 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM 40-hour work week Paid Time Off starting at 3 weeks Career Growth Ongoing learning and development opportunities Stable, growing global organization Opportunities to expand your technical skills and manufacturing knowledge What You'll Do As a CAD/CAM Programmer, you'll play an important role in supporting our fabrication team by creating CNC programs and nesting layouts that maximize material utilization and keep production moving efficiently.

Responsibilities include

Create CNC programs for plasma cutting equipment using AutoCAD and nesting software. Develop daily nesting plans that maximize material usage and minimize scrap. Generate CNC files for plasma cutting, plate rolling, and press brake operations. Read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication prints. Monitor and manage drop material inventory to improve material utilization.

Perform cycle counts and compare physical inventory to SAP inventory records. Collaborate with fabrication and production teams to ensure work is prioritized and machines remain productive. Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and waste reduction.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Approximately 1+ year of experience in drafting, CAD, CNC programming, manufacturing, or a related technical field. Experience using AutoCAD 2D or similar CAD software. Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints. Familiarity with DXF, DWG, and other engineering file formats.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Basic Microsoft Excel skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree or technical degree in Drafting, CAD, Manufacturing Technology, or a related discipline. Experience with CAD/CAM or nesting software. Experience programming CNC plasma tables, laser cutting equipment, press brakes, or similar fabrication equipment. Experience with SAP or another ERP system. Experience working in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.

Why Calgon Carbon? For more than 80 years, Calgon Carbon has been an industry leader in developing innovative solutions that protect the world's air and water. Today, our products support more than 700 applications worldwide, and our employees continue to drive innovation across our global manufacturing and technology operations.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Calgon Carbon operates 20 facilities worldwide and employs approximately 1,685 professionals. As part of the Kuraray Group, we combine global resources with a collaborative culture committed to quality, innovation, and sustainability. If you're looking for a career where your technical skills make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Calgon Carbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veterans