Precision Sheet Metal Laser Programmer

Schebler Company; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Career development opportunities

Stable and growing manufacturing

Competitive pay based on experience

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 programs to support efficient production of sheet metal components.

You will train on 1st shift initially, then transition to 2nd shift after training. The role collaborates with engineering, production, and quality to ensure accuracy, material utilization, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of CNC laser programming experience in sheet metal fabrication.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM and nesting software.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience with ERP or MRP systems preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with commitment to quality.
• Ability to train on 1st shift and transition to 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify CNC laser programs from 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 manufacturability.
• Troubleshoot programming and machine issues to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering and production on new products and processes.
• Maintain program revisions and documentation.
• Support first-run part verification for quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Monitor production performance and recommend process improvements.
• Support safety, quality, delivery, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC laser programming

Reading blueprints & GD&T

CAD/CAM software

Nesting software

Problem solving

Independent & team work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Nesting software

ERP/MRP systems

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 programs to support efficient production of sheet metal components.

You will train on 1st shift initially, then transition to 2nd shift after training. The role collaborates with engineering, production, and quality to ensure accuracy, material utilization, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement.