Programmer Scheduler

Brandt; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Continuous Learning

Opportunities for advancement

Comprehensive benefits coverage

Retirement savings programs

Job summary

Brandt requires a Programmer Scheduler to program and schedule CNC equipment across metal processing to maximize throughput and balance workloads. The role emphasizes Lean improvements, utilization reporting, and continuous optimization of lead times.

The candidate will monitor machine performance, generate utilization reports, and support Lean initiatives while ensuring efficient material use and adherence to SOPs. A technical background with CNC experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience programming and operating CNC equipment, including lasers, press brakes, and plasmas.
• Strong organization, teamwork, and self-starting work style with results orientation.
• Technical training such as a mechanical diploma or engineering degree; ability to read drawings and interpret specs.

Responsibilities

• Programming and scheduling CNC equipment within the metal processing area (plasma torch, laser, press brakes, rolls).
• Increase factory throughput and optimize material utilization.
• Lead continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.
• Ensure material utilization meets requirements; escalate issues to management as needed.
• Generate reports on machine performance and material utilization.
• Follow SOPs and suggest improvements.
• Level-load work centers to maintain shortest lead times and effective raw material use.
• Monitor equipment loading and shift work between centers to maintain level load and lead time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organization

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Reading drawings

Aptitude for learning software

Strong work ethic

MRP knowledge

Education

Mechanical technical diploma or engineering degree

Tools

Sigmanest

Trumpf

SolidWorks

Job description

The Programmer Scheduler is responsible for programming and scheduling CNC equipment within the metal processing area to support efficient and timely production. This role focuses on maximizing throughput, optimizing material utilization, and balancing workloads across work centers to achieve the shortest lead times. The Programmer Scheduler monitors machine performance, generates utilization reports, and supports continuous improvement through Lean initiatives.

Who We Are

Brandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.

For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there’s no place we’d rather be because just like them, it’s when we’re working hard and getting things done that we’re at our best.

Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers and we act on that belief every single day.

That’s Powerful Value, Delivered.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Programming and scheduling of the various pieces of CNC equipment within the metal processing area including plasma torch, laser, press brakes, and rolls.
• Focus on manufacturing products in the most efficient manner while increasing factory throughput.
• Focus on continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.
• Ensure material utilization is better than the prescribed requirement; if not, raise the issue to management accordingly.
• Generate reports indicating machine performance and material utilization.
• Follow standard operating procedures as defined by manager and suggest ways to improve.
• Level loading work centers to maintain the shortest lead time and effective use of raw materials.
• Monitor loading on each piece of equipment and shift work between work centers to maintain a level load, shortest lead time and effective use of raw materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We Look For

• Very good organization and team collaboration skills.
• Must be a self-starter who is results-oriented, with a strong work ethic.
• Aptitude for learning software programs.
• Technical training such as a mechanical technical diploma or engineering degree would be an asset.
• Experience in programming and operating CNC equipment, including lasers, press brakes, and plasmas preferred.
• Experience with nesting software such as Sigmanest and Trumpf considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficient in CAD software with preference to experience in Solidworks.
• Must have basic knowledge of MRP systems and inventory management.
• Must have ability to read drawings.
• Must be available to work shiftwork.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: we offer competitive wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions.
• Continuous Learning: through on-the-job training and educational opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork.
• Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental, insurances, and more to support your and your family’s wellbeing.
• Retirement savings programs: Company matching pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your future.

When you work for Brandt, we work for you. It’s as simple as that.