CNC Sheet Metal Laser Programmer | Nesting & Optimization

Schebler Company; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Career development

Stable environment

Job summary

Schebler Company in Bettendorf, IA is seeking a skilled Sheet Metal Laser Programmer to join our fabrication team. You will create, optimize, and maintain CNC laser cutting programs to support efficient production of high-quality sheet metal components.

This role works closely with engineering, production, and quality teams. You will train on 1st shift and transition to 2nd shift after training, contributing to safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction through continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of CNC laser programming experience in sheet metal.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM and nesting software; ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Experience with ERP or MRP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify CNC laser programs from engineering drawings and CAD files.
• Develop nests to maximize material utilization and reduce waste.
• Program and support fiber laser cutting equipment.
• Review drawings, specifications, and work orders for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Troubleshoot programming and machine-related issues to improve production efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering and production on new products and processes.
• Maintain program revisions and documentation.
• Support first-run part verification to ensure quality and dimensional requirements.
• Monitor production performance and recommend process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC programming

Sheet metal fabrication understanding

GD&T interpretation

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Shift adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Nesting software

ERP/MRP systems

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

TruTops

Job description

Schebler Company in Bettendorf, IA is seeking a skilled Sheet Metal Laser Programmer to join our fabrication team. You will create, optimize, and maintain CNC laser cutting programs to support efficient production of high-quality sheet metal components.

This role works closely with engineering, production, and quality teams. You will train on 1st shift and transition to 2nd shift after training, contributing to safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction through continuous improvement.