Press Brake Programmer

Bec Recruitment.co.uk; Bolton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site parking

Job summary

Bec Recruitment.co.uk in Bolton is seeking a Production Programmer to lead CAD/CAM programming for pressed and lasered parts, converting STP to DXF for manufacturing, and remotely programming press brake and laser systems. You will also upload data to the MRP system to keep production on schedule.

You will join the Production Engineering team and help meet departmental standards, drive continuous improvement, and contribute to manufacturing safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software (Inventor).
• Experience in press brake operating.
• Computer literacy.
• Understanding of relevant manufacturing processes.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Problem solving skills and experience in metal fabrication manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• CAD/CAM programming – read and interact with 2D/3D CAD drawings; convert STP to DXF for manufacturing; issue files for production use.
• Machine programming – remote programming for press brake and laser machines to enable parts production.
• MRP system – upload relevant and accurate data into the MRP system.
• Process optimisation and continuous improvement – improve manufacturing sustainability and process safety.
• Design for Manufacture - ensure parts are viable and aligned with manufacturing performance.
• Manufacturing resources – identify tools, equipment, plant, jigs, fixtures to improve safety, quality and productivity; initiate procurement.
• Capital expenditure – assist with justification/approval documentation.
• KPI's – meet project dates for programming deliverables.
• Other duties – ad hoc duties as required.

Skills

2D/3D CAD software (Inventor)

Press brake operation

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Metal fabrication industry knowledge

Job description

Pay:

From £40,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Job Description

40k per annum

Excellent company benefits

The Production Programmer will be responsible for the CAD/CAM programming of pressed parts & lasered parts, (i.e. conversion of STP files to DXF files) for timeous issue to manufacture, and the remote

programming of the press brake and laser cutting resources. The role will also be responsible for uploading

of data into the MRP software in a timely manner to ensure a smooth process is upheld within the

department. The Production Programmer works within the Production Engineering team and is expected to

contribute to the achievement of departmental standards and objectives.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• CAD/CAM programming – ability to read and interact with 2D and 3D CAD drawings and convert these from STP to DXF files for manufacturing purposes. Deal with relevant enquiries from internal and external parts suppliers. Issue files for production use in line with the project programme.
• Machine programming – carry out remote programming for press brake and laser machines to enable parts production, in line with project programme.
• MRP system – Upload relevant and accurate data into the MRP system in accordance with project schedule.
• Process Optimisation and Continuous Improvement – Have an active involvement in the improvement of manufacturing sustainability and process safety of current & new products.
• Design for Manufacture - Contribute to the design for manufacture process, ensuring that parts are viable and that doors are designed in-line with manufacturing performance requirements .
• Manufacturing Resources – As part of the programming process, identify any tools, equipment, plant, jigs, fixtures required to improve safety, quality and productivity and initiate procurement of these.
• Capital Expenditure – Assist with justification/approval documentation for related capital expenditure..
• KPI's – Meet project key dates for programming deliverables.
• Other duties – perform ad hoc duties as may be required, commensurate with the grade of the post.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience & Skills:

Essential

• Good working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software (preferably Inventor)
• Experience in press brake operating
• Computer literacy
• Understanding of relevant manufacturing processes
• Good communication skills, including ability to work effectively within a team
• Problem solving skills
• Training and experience in the metal fabrication and parts manufacturing industry

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bolton, Greater Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Production Programmer: 4 years (required)
• Press break operating: 1 year (required)
• Good working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software: 1 year (required)
• metal fabrication and parts manufacturing industry: 1 year (required)
• CAD/CAM programming : 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)