Laser Programmer

Abantu Staffing Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the automotive sector is seeking a skilled Laser Programmer. This role involves programming parts effectively, ensuring material utilization, and adhering to safety protocols. You will be responsible for quality checks, managing daily targets, and troubleshooting issues that arise during programming. The ideal candidate will have a Draughtsman’s qualification, at least three years of experience in laser programming, and be proficient in using TRU TOPS BOOST software. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact production efficiency and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as a Laser Programmer in the automotive sector.
• Proficient in reading complex schematics and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety protocols are followed and daily targets are met.
• Program and run TruTops Boost while minimizing scrap and waste.
• Communicate effectively with engineers and manage production independently.

Skills

Laser Programming

Computer Literacy

Time Management

Troubleshooting

Effective Communication

Education

Grade 12

Draughtsman’s Qualification

Tools

TRU TOPS BOOST

MS Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Overview:

Our client in the automotive industry is looking to employ a Laser Programmer that parts are programmed effectively, and the correct utilization of materials are implemented.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Draughtsman’s Qualification Experiential
• Minimum 3 years as a Laser Programmer in automotive sector
• Must be computer literate (MS Office, Excel, and Word)
• Programming experience on TRU TOPS BOOST

Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure that all safety protocols are being followed and adhered to
• Workplace needs to be neat and tidy before, during and after work process
• Ensure that daily minimum targets are met by supplying the laser both dayshift and nightshift
• Program to be QC checked in accordance to Quality standards set out
• Ensure that all reports are done daily (scrap management and daily programming)
• Minimise wastages, rejects and scrap during programming
• Reduce offcuts in WIP by programming for operators to cut
• Stock counts to be done when required
• Time studies to be done when required
• Effective time management when conducting duties
• Able to troubleshoot when problems arise on the drawings or machine
• Communicate effectively with Development Engineers and plant personnel
• Accomplish organization goals by accepting and exploring opportunities to add value to the team
• Program, perform and run TruTops Boost program
• Proficiency to read and interpret fairly complex schematics or technical drawings and troubleshoot accordingly
• Able to draw when need arises using trutops boost
• Willingness to perform other duties and tasks as assigned
• Ability to work independently to ensure continual production
• Ensure all parts are programmed with correct quantities
• Ensure that all drawings are updated, and the latest parts are being programmed
• Willing to work additional hours when required
• Able to use various measuring equipment like tape measure, vernier, scale, etc.