Sheet Metal Cad Programmer
About the role
Job Role: CAD/CAM Programmer
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.
- 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.
- Maintain accurate programming documentation, design revisions and process records.
- 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).
- Strong team player with a positive attitude and a flexible approach to work.
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Your tasks
Create and optimise CAD programmes for sheet metal components using advanced software.
Your profile
Experience with CAD software and knowledge of the sheet metal industry.
What's also included
Competitive salary, company pension, on-site parking, and ongoing training.
Tech stack & ways of working
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Your perspectives
Join a growing business and enhance your programming skills in a dynamic environment.