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.
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 department 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 desirable 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.
Shift Pattern & Additional Benefits
* 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.
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