Scope of Role:
The Production Programmer is responsible for interpreting technical drawings and generating CNC programs to support efficient and accurate manufacturing processes. The role includes maintaining program libraries and offering remote technical support to the production team.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
· Interpret detailed technical drawings and create CNC programs for fabrication from an office based environment
· Ensure program accuracy and compatibility with production equipment
· Maintain technical documentation, libraries, and production files
· Provide support to machine operators and workshop teams when needed
· Optimise material usage to reduce waste and improve cutting efficiency
· Produce documentation for various workshops to support production execution
· Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in programming and manufacturing methods
· Use project related systems such as StruMIS and PLM
· Identify and report any programming-related non-conformities via Mango
Authorities, Interface & Reporting:
· Reports to the Production Supervisor
· Interfaces with Manufacturing, Supervisors, and QHSE Team
· Liaises with Procurement and Planning teams as required
Skills, Knowledge & Attributes:
· Strong technical knowledge of CNC programming and fabrication processes
· Proficiency with CAD/CAM systems and StruMIS (or similar)
· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
· Excellent attention to detail
· Organised, with a strong commitment to quality and process accuracy