Production and Programming Engineer

Bennett And Game Recruitment
Milton Keynes
1 week ago
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Production & Programming Engineer required to join a well-established Manufacturing company based in the Milton Keynes area, that specialise in supplying service for a range of industries including railway, automotive, aerospace, construction, MOD & security, industrial, marine and power.

Production and Programming Engineer Job Overview

  • Programming the laser cutting machines.
  • Programming the brake press' for the operators to use.
  • Ensuring the flat form from the laser cutter will fold up to drawing in line with bend allowances and tooling available.
  • Advise on tooling requirements for brake press.
  • Development of laser cutting techniques.
  • Programming and nesting - ensuring optimum use of materials.
  • Management and control of laser programs.
  • Mentoring and development of existing laser operators.
  • Assist Brake press operators and give guidance.
  • Raise shop floor paperwork such as Work Orders ensuring route cards are correct.
  • Preventative maintenance of laser cutters and associated equipment.
  • Look to reduce time in set ups and running times and feed the improvements back into the ERP system.
  • Procure materials to Job.
  • Assist with any problem solving that should arise from laser and press brake operations.
  • Help train production staff.

Production and Programming Engineer Job Requirements

  • Previous experience within a similar position
  • Knowledge of sheet metal fabrications and CNC machining.
  • Able to determine all manufacturing processes required to fabricate the product.
  • Ability to draw 2D parts using CAD software.
  • Must live within a commutable distance of Milton Keynes.

Production and Programming Engineer Salary & Benefits

  • Full time - Permanent position
  • Monday to Friday
  • 8am - 5pm Monday to Thursday and on Friday it's 8am - 2pm
  • 33 days holiday including BH
  • Pension

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