Tyneside Lasers are looking for an experienced and motivated Laser Programmer to join our dedicated team.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Engineering qualifications (HNC, HND, FdEng, BEng) are welcomed but not essential.
Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and the ability to read and breakdown complex engineering drawings.
Experience using sheet metal or Laser/Waterjet CAM software (Bysoft, FlowPath/Cut/Xpert or TruTops) would be advantageous but is not essential.
Presentable with an excellent telephone manner and able to quickly fit into a small but busy working environment.
Good organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure is essential as well as the ability to prioritise and manage your own workload.
Must be IT literate – Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite & Excel highly desirable.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail required.

MAIN PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF ROLE

Programming of our Trumpf laser using proprietary Trumpf “Boost” software as well as other CAD duties. A knowledge of AutoCAD and other 3D packages would be advantageous.
Assisting with production planning based on existing work volumes, job schedules and customer requirements to ensure a high rate of customer on-time delivery is achieved.
Monitoring the progress of orders and takig remedial action as required to ensure a high rate of on time delivery. Advising customers of any expected/unexpected changes to orders. Production planning based on existing work volumes, job schedules and customer requirements to ensure a high rate of customer on-time delivery is achieved.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Liaise closely with new and existing clients, maintaining good working relationships.
Process & Program customer orders and liaise with Production Management to schedule orders to suit customer requirements.
Produce 2D/3D CAD drawings for Laser/Waterjet cutting and Folding for the shop floor.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The above is generally typical of the role. You may be required, from time to time, to undertake additional duties as agreed with Senior Management within the scope of your abilities.