At a Glance
- Tasks: Create and optimise CAD programmes for sheet metal components using cutting-edge software.
- Company: Established sheet metal manufacturer in Leicester with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, on-site parking, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for continuous learning and improvement.
- Why this job: Join a growing business and enhance your programming skills while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience with CAD software and knowledge of the sheet metal industry preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Leicester
Shift: 8am to 4:30pm Mon to Fri
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
Benefits: Full-time, permanent position. Company pension scheme. On-site parking. Opportunity to join a growing business with ongoing training and career development. Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop programming and manufacturing expertise.
About the Company: Our client is an established sheet metal manufacturer based in Leicester. They manufacture a wide range of sheet metal products and offer services including laser cutting, punching, folding, fabrication and powder coating. They produce everything in-house, supplying customers in the retail, industrial and merchandising sectors.
About the Role: They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented CAD/CAM Programmer to join an expanding Programming Department. In this role, you will be responsible for creating, modifying and nesting sheet metal components using CAD software to support efficient laser cutting and fabrication processes. Working closely with production and customers, you will ensure programmes are accurate, cost-effective and suitable for manufacture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process customer drawings and specifications accurately and efficiently.
- Create, modify and nest sheet metal parts using CAD software such as BySoft, Radan or Lantek.
- Convert 2D and 3D CAD models, hand sketches and customer samples into production-ready programmes.
- Optimise nesting layouts to maximise material utilisation and minimise waste.
- Liaise with production teams to ensure programmes and drawings are suitable for manufacture and resolve any technical issues.
- Maintain accurate programming documentation, design revisions and process records.
- Prioritise workloads to meet production schedules and customer deadlines.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance programming efficiency and manufacturing processes.
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company quality standards, health & safety procedures and customer requirements.
About You:
- Previous experience using CAD software, ideally BySoft, Radan or Lantek.
- Experience within the sheet metal industry, with knowledge of laser cutting and press braking (fabrication experience advantageous).
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and convert designs from multiple formats into manufacturing programmes.
- Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Able to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated, proactive and committed to continuous learning and improvement.
- Strong team player with a positive attitude and a flexible approach to work.
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CAD CAM Programmer in Leicester employer: Optima UK
Join a dynamic and supportive team at our established sheet metal manufacturing company in Leicester, where you will have the opportunity to develop your CAD/CAM programming skills while contributing to innovative projects. With a focus on employee growth, we offer ongoing training, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including a pension scheme and on-site parking, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
