Cnc Programmer (Laser, Punch & Combo Machines)

The Recruitment Pig; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 112,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Pig in South Africa is seeking a CNC programmer to operate laser, punch and combo machines in Kya Sands, Randburg. You will create and optimize sheet metal cutting programs and prepare tooling sheets for lasers and presses.

You will also arrange punch-before-laser sequences, clean CAD files in DXF, DWG, and STEP formats, and apply nesting techniques to reduce scrap. Collaboration with shop floor operators is essential to keep machines running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Good practical understanding of sheet metal fabrication, bend allowances, and grain directions.
• Familiarity with thick turret tooling, forming tools, and standard punch setups.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work with CAD files accurately.
• Strong problem-solving ability with high attention to detail under tight production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimize sheet metal cutting programs.
• Prepare tooling sheets and cutting paths for lasers, punch presses, and combo machines.
• Arrange punch-before-laser sequences and manage tooling clearance zones to ensure safe operations.
• Clean and prepare incoming customer CAD files in DXF, DWG, and STEP formats.
• Apply smart nesting techniques to minimize material scrap and maximize factory sheet yields.
• Collaborate with shop floor operators to solve program issues and keep machines running.
• Keep digital tooling libraries updated to match the actual tools on the factory floor.

Skills

Sheet metal fab

CAD file reading

Nesting techniques

Tooling setups

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

DXF files

DWG files

STEP files

Job description

Advance your sheet metal programming skills with industry leaders

Job Title: CNC programmer (Laser, Punch & Combo Machines)
Location: Kya Sands, RANDBURG
Salary: From R10k to R25k based on qualifications, skills & experience.

The Company

Our client is an established South African leader in precision sheet metal manufacturing and technical enclosures. They run modern production plants that supply top-quality products to major technology and communication brands. Their steady market expansion offers you a secure workplace with great long-term career growth.

The Opportunity

This role lets you use your programming expertise in a supportive, high-tech manufacturing environment. You will work with modern machinery and gain valuable ongoing skills from an experienced team. Your daily work helps the factory run smoothly, eliminate waste, and delight valued clients.

Job Description

• Create and optimize sheet metal cutting programs
• Prepare tooling sheets and cutting paths for lasers, punch presses, and combo machines.
• Arrange punch-before-laser sequences and manage tooling clearance zones to ensure safe operations.
• Clean and prepare incoming customer CAD files in DXF, DWG, and STEP formats.
• Apply smart nesting techniques to minimize material scrap and maximize factory sheet yields.
• Collaborate with shop floor operators to solve program issues and keep machines running.
• Keep digital tooling libraries updated to match the actual tools on the factory floor.

What You Need to Apply

• Good practical understanding of sheet metal fabrication, bend allowances, and grain directions.
• Familiarity with thick turret tooling, forming tools, and standard punch setups.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work with CAD files accurately.
• Strong problem-solving ability with high attention to detail under tight production schedules.
• A positive attitude, strong willingness to learn, and great teamwork habits.