CNC Sheet Metal Laser & Forming Programmer

DeWys Manufacturing; Marne (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DeWys Metal Solutions is seeking a highly organized Sheet Metal Programmer to join our manufacturing team. You will program CNC laser cutting and sheet metal forming brake press machines for new and existing products, collaborating with engineering to ensure manufacturability and quality.

You will report to the engineering manager and support the outputs of the engineering department across the company, driving continuous improvement and material efficiency on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar).
• 2 years of experience with SigmaNest.
• Familiarity with or desire to learn BySoft, Amada Production Designer, Amada AP100US, Haeger Insertion Logic, Metal Studio.
• Strong understanding of part nesting and sheet metal forming principles with carbon steel, stainless steel and other non-ferrous materials.
• Attention to detail and ability to provide clear and concise feedback to other team members.
• Familiarity with laser cutting equipment and technologies (e.g., Trumpf, Amada, Bystronic).
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities to coordinate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC laser programs using SigmaNest and Amada AP100US software based on engineering drawings and production specifications.
• Develop and optimize sheet metal forming programs using BySoft, Amada Production Designer, and Metal Studio using existing and new tooling libraries.
• Create efficient nesting layouts to maximize material utilization and minimize waste.
• Develop and optimize PEM and other value add insertion programs using Haeger Insertion Logic.
• Utilize knowledgebase to recommend design for manufacturability principles on new / existing product.
• Utilize Global shop to track parts through the product development process
• Work with operators to answer forming questions and adjust programs accordingly.
• Review incoming designs with product development engineering team and flag discrepancies.

Skills

CAD/CAM software

SigmaNest

BySoft

Amada Production Designer

Haeger Insertion Logic

Metal Studio

Laser cutting knowledge

Part nesting

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

DeWys Metal Solutions is seeking a highly organized Sheet Metal Programmer to join our manufacturing team. You will program CNC laser cutting and sheet metal forming brake press machines for new and existing products, collaborating with engineering to ensure manufacturability and quality.

You will report to the engineering manager and support the outputs of the engineering department across the company, driving continuous improvement and material efficiency on the shop floor.