Programmer

PTMW; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

PTMW, Inc. in Topeka, KS is seeking a dependable Fabrication Programmer to support growing fabrication demand. This role focuses on offline nesting and preparing nests for CNC production.

Ideal candidates have CAD training or 2 years' experience, familiarity with nesting software, and strong attention to detail. Team collaboration and adherence to the programming schedule are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Technical school CAD training or 2 years’ experience equivalent.
• Prior CNC Punch, Laser, and Press Brake experience preferred.
• Experience with nesting software and practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing flat pattern DXF features, tooling profiles, and part nest environments.
• Create and review program nests offline; finalize nests for CNC production.
• Follow programming schedule as a team member to meet goals on time.
• Communicate design-to-programming errors clearly for quick fixes.
• Address nest-to-machine conflicts; provide nest support for CNC efficiency.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

MRP/ERP

CAD

Nesting software

Education

High school diploma

Technical CAD training or 2 years' experience

Tools

CAD

Nesting software

2D/3D unfolding software

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: PTMW Inc - Topeka, KS, Education Level: Technical Certificate, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Overview:

PTMW, Inc. is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Fabrication Programmer. This position will provide additional programming support to the growing fabrication demand.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Reviewing flat pattern DXF features, tooling profiles and part nest environments.
• Responsible for creating and reviewing program nests, in an offline setting. Finalizing program nests to then be provide to CNC machinery for production.
• Understanding and following programming schedule as a team member to accomplish goals in a timely manner.
• Communicating any design to programming errors/inconsistencies in a manner that leads to a quick and successful outcome.
• Addressing nest to machine conflicts/providing nest support for efficiency of CNC machinery.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma
• Technical school training in CAD or 2 years’ experience equivalent.
• Prior experience w CNC Punch, Laser, and Press Brake operations is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience w/ and understanding of nesting software and practices preferred.

Required knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Working knowledge of sheet metal application and design.
• Working knowledge of 2D, 3D and unfolding software preferred.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong aptitude for not just learning, but also improving upon current processes.
• Proficiency w/ Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc).
• Proficiency w/ MRP/ERP systems.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.