Production Programmer

Production Programmer
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOE Hours: 37 hours, Monday to Thursday
About the Company:
Our client is a long-established UK engineering and manufacturing business specialising in the design and production of highly engineered products for safety-critical applications across a range of industries. Operating from modern manufacturing facilities, they combine advanced fabrication, machining and assembly processes to deliver bespoke solutions to customers worldwide. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Production Programmer to join their Production Engineering team.
The Role:
As a Production Programmer, you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations by producing accurate CAD/CAM programs for laser cutting and press brake machinery. Working closely with production, engineering and supply chain teams, you will convert customer and design data into manufacturing-ready information, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and on schedule.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in metal fabrication, sheet metal or precision manufacturing who enjoys combining technical programming skills with hands-on manufacturing knowledge.
Key Responsibilities:
Create CAD/CAM programs for laser-cut and pressed components.
Convert 3D STP files into DXF files for manufacturing purposes.
Generate and remotely programme press brake and laser cutting machines.
Upload and maintain accurate production data within the MRP system.
Issue manufacturing files in line with project schedules and production requirements.
Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers regarding component queries.
Support design-for-manufacture activities to improve manufacturability and efficiency.
Identify tooling, jigs, fixtures and equipment requirements to improve safety, quality and productivity.
Contribute to continuous improvement, process optimisation and manufacturing sustainability initiatives.
Assist with capital equipment justification and improvement projects.
Ensure programming milestones and key project dates are achieved.
About You:
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with experience in fabrication, sheet metal or parts manufacturing environments.
Essential Skills & Experience:
Good working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software, ideally Inventor.
Experience with press brake operations and programming.
Understanding of laser cutting, sheet metal and fabrication processes.
Strong computer literacy and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Desirable:
Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or equivalent engineering qualification.
CADMAN-B software experience.
Experience using MRP systems, ideally Progress Plus.
Knowledge of ISO 9000 quality systems.
What's on Offer:
A 4-day work week
Opportunity to join a well-established and growing engineering business.
Varied role combining CAD, programming and manufacturing support.
Involvement in continuous improvement and new product introduction projects.
Supportive team environment with opportunities for ongoing development.

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