Laser & Press Brake Programmer

An excellent opportunity for an Experienced Laser & Press Brake Programmer to join a well‑established group based in Nelson, Lancashire!

They provide an all‑round design, laser, fold, and fabrication service to a broad and expanding customer base.

• 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.

• Experience with Sigma
  
  NEST 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.

• £17.00 per hour to start. Candidates with Solidworks & Excel skills can expect a higher rate.
• 38 Hours per week.
• Mon – Thurs 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.