Millerbernd Manufacturing, a family-owned company since 1933, is driven by our core values: respectful and humbly confident, a positive attitude and solutions-oriented, a great reputation every day, loyal and united, working together, and results-driven. If these values resonate with you, we invite you to apply and join a growing team committed to excellence and shared success.
The Opportunity: The Programmer's primary responsibility is the nesting of torches
Job Title: Programmer
Location: Winsted, MN
Salary Range: $27.17 - $32.12/hour (Non-Exempt)
(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)
Incentive Bonus Structure: Freight Train Profit Sharing - Average of +$3.50/hour based on meeting goals
Schedule: 2nd shift: Monday - Thursday 3pm - 1am, Weekend shift: Friday - Sunday 5am - 5pm
Shift Differential: 2nd shift – $1.50/hour, Weekend shift - $2.50/hour
As a Programmer, you will:
- Nest, write and optimize programs to cut parts on plasma and torch cutting tables
- Provide information required by sales department to quote potential work orders, including machine set up, run time, inspection and labor hours
- Assist plasma and laser table operators and provide training that will advance his/her skills
- Regular and on-time attendance for full scheduled work shift schedule
- Maintain a favorable working relationship with coworkers to promote a cooperative working climate conducive to maximum productivity, efficiency and effectiveness
- Participate and support Continuous Improvement initiatives
- Maintains 5S guidelines
- Communicate relevant information and concerns positively and effectively to others in timely manner
- Perform work at the appropriate pace to maintain quality and productivity requirements
Role Qualifications as a Programmer:
- Preferred candidates will have a High School diploma or equivalent and one year of on the job experience programming with SolidWorks (or similar CAD), and SigmaNest (or similar nesting software)
- An A.S. degree with a concentration on Engineering Technology, Machine Trades or CNC Machine Programming is helpful
- Other combinations of formal training and experience will be considered
- Proficient knowledge in interpreting blueprints, mechanical drawings and geometric dimensioning and tolerances to .0005
- Computer literate; particularly in word processing, spreadsheet, email, and shop floor control applications
- Knowledgeable concerning mechanical principles, fabrication practices, properties of metals, and the application of mathematics and dimensions to tooling and the production of machined parts
- Experience machining aluminum, stainless and carbon steels
- Knowledge and experience in fixture design
- Proficiency in converting SolidWorks into SigmaNest
- Accurately use tape measure and precision measuring devices
- Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions within a set of guidelines
- Ability to read and understand required internal manufacturing paperwork
- Effective and appropriate oral and written communication skills, including legible handwriting in English
- Able to work under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or procedures
What we offer for employment:
Comprehensive Benefits -
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
- Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
- Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
- Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
Financial Security -
- 401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting
- Incentive Pay – Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based “Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS)”Incentive plans
- This team incentive plan has a weekly goal and a weekly stretch goal
- If goals are achieved, the monthly payout can be up to $1,000 per eligible employee
Work-Life Balance -
- Accrual Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
- Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
- Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles
Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer -
Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.
Ready to shape your future with us?
Apply today and discover what’s possible at Millerbernd.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One year of on-the-job programming experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software and SigmaNest or similar nesting software
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Machine Trades, or CNC Machine Programming
- Proficiency interpreting blueprints, mechanical drawings, and geometric dimensioning and tolerances to 0.0005
- Computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and shop floor control applications
- Knowledge of mechanical principles, fabrication practices, metal properties, and mathematics for tooling and machined-part production
- Experience machining aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel
- Knowledge and experience in fixture design
- Proficiency converting SolidWorks designs into SigmaNest
- Ability to accurately use tape measures and precision measuring devices
- Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions within established guidelines
- Ability to read and understand internal manufacturing paperwork
- Effective oral and written communication skills in English
- Ability to work under limited supervision using standardized practices and procedures
- Regular and punctual attendance for the full scheduled shift
- Ability to maintain required quality and productivity levels
- Ability to work cooperatively with coworkers and communicate concerns effectively
What We Do
Driven by values and dedicated to growing a safe and secure company, Millerbernd is the industry expert in manufacturing lighting and traffic poles for the departments of transportation across the United States. We are a privately owned company of three generations founded in 1933 and located in the heart of the Midwest, Winsted, Minnesota. While primarily serving the departments of transportation through our pole business, we also offer two other products- Rings and Cylinders and Airfield Ground Lighting. Our Ring and Cylinder business provides various rings and cylinders to OEMs across the US via our non-waste production process. Our Airfield Ground Lighting business produces airport lighting structures serving global equipment distributors and installers in this market. With 650,000 square feet of manufacturing space and averaging double-digit business growth year over year, Millerbernd is proudly growing a safe and secure company not only for our employees and customers but also for the future.
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