Radan Programmer

Baltic Recruitment Limited; North East; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Radan Programmer for a manufacturing client in Ferryhill, North East England. This role focuses on creating optimised CNC programs for laser and punch press operations using Radan software. Key responsibilities include driving productivity, maintaining part quality, and updating production schedules. Ideal candidates will possess attention to detail, proficiency in Radan, and basic computer skills. The position offers a supportive work environment with benefits including holidays and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Flexible start and finish times

Pension contributions

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a methodical approach to work.
• Experience with sheet metal components.
• Basic knowledge of 3D CAD is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive productivity and quality in manufacturing operations.
• Produce safe programs for lasers and CNC punch presses.
• Generate nests and CNC programs using Radan software.

Skills

Proficiency in Radan

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Basic computer skills

Tools

Radan (Radraft and Radnest)

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Baltic Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Permanent Radan Programmer, for a client located in Ferryhill. Our client is looking for a detail‑oriented Radan Programmer to join our client’s Engineering Team, to play a key role in ensuring the efficient and accurate programming of CNC punch presses and lasers. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll be responsible for creating safe, optimised CNC programs using Radan software, supporting production to maintain high‑quality output and minimise downtime.

Radan Programmer Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive productivity and quality across sheet metal manufacturing operations.
• Producing efficient, safe programs for lasers and CNC punch presses.
• Preparing and cleaning up geometry for nesting.
• Applying tooling for profiling and punching sheet metal parts.
• Generating nests and CNC programs using Radan (Radraft and Radnest).
• Updating production schedules and verifying materials and part quantities.
• Supporting production teams to avoid downtime and maintain part quality.
• Our client is looking for someone with precision, adaptability, and a proactive mindset who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Radan (Radraft and Radnest) to prepare geometry and generate CNC programs.
• Experience working with sheet metal components.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• The ability to work independently and meet deadlines under changing priorities.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• A commitment to quality, environmental, and health & safety standards.
• A flexible approach and a willingness to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Basic knowledge of 3D CAD would be advantageous.

Company Benefits

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays per year (holiday year runs Jan‑Dec)
• Flexible start and finish times to support work‑life balance.
• Pension contributions
• A collaborative and supportive work environment where innovation is encouraged.