An excellent opportunity for an Experienced Laser & Press Brake Programmer to join a well-established group based in Nelson, Lancashire!
About The Company:
They provide an all-round design, laser, fold, and fabrication service to a broad and expanding customer base.
We have a vacancy for an experienced Laser & Press Brake Programmer to join their Laser & Fold department. The ideal candidate will understand both the laser and fold operations, some leadership skills will be required.
About The Role
* Process Laser/Fold requests from Sales & CAD departments using DXF import techniques to generate work order part files for cutting.
* Create nests for Mitsubishi 4kw fibre laser cutter.
* Identify potential problem parts before they get to the machine, applying relevant tagging/lead-in/cut path solutions and/or liaising with CAD department.
* Communicate with laser operator to troubleshoot in the event of program errors, rejected parts, stock issues etc.
* Manage and maintain stock/offcut database, ensuring maximum utilisation/minimum waste.
* Sheet purchasing in the event of stock shortfall/replenishment (communicating with suppliers, submitting RFQs, raising purchase orders).
* Program work orders in a logical manner – collaborating with departments leads to ensure production schedules are maintained.
Skills & Experience
* Experience with SigmaNEST programming software highly desirable (or equivalent industry standard programming software – Lantek, Radan).
* Strong knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing processes and the ability to read, interpret and work from technical engineering drawings.
* Basic CAD/geometry modification knowledge desired but not essential. “Solidworks” is desirable.
* Good numeracy and computer skills
* Good communication skills both verbal and visual
* Problem solving skills
* The ability to multi-task
Benefits
* £17.00 per hour to start. Candidates with Solidworks & Excel skills can expect a higher rate.
* 38 Hours per week
* Mon – Thus 08:00 – 16:30 Fri 08:00 – 14:00, possible option of a 4-day week once “in the swing”.
* Overtime available
* 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) + 1 day after 5 years’ service
* Company Pension
* Overalls & Laundry Service
* On-site secure parking
* Staff Events
The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.