Laser Programmer

About Us

MP Equipment, a Midera company, has been in business for more than 50 years providing state-of-the-art processing equipment for partners in the food industry. We specialize in total line solutions—from consultation through system design, manufacturing, and integration. Our cutting-edge technology focuses on turnkey systems for high-capacity further processing lines.

MP Equipment is a leading OEM specializing in advanced food processing equipment, serving the further processing sector of the food industry. We design, manufacture, and support high-performance machinery used for portioning, further processing, and frying food products. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and efficiency has made us a trusted partner in the industry.

About the Role

The Laser Programmer creates, tests, and optimizes digital cutting paths for CNC laser machines using CAD/CAM software, nests parts to minimize material waste, and ensures components match engineering blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit offline or online programs using software like IGEMS, MetaCAM, or Feature CAM, arranging layouts to maximize sheet metal efficiency.
• Read technical drawings, work orders, and sketches to verify correct dimensions and tolerances.
• Select proper laser power, gas, focus, and speeds for different materials.
• Diagnose cutting errors or software bugs, adjusting toolpaths to reduce scrap and downtime.
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, or tape measures.
• Issue material to jobs using SL scanner and KANBAN material racks.
• Perform all other tasks that may be requested by management.

Requirements

• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to follow and complete daily production schedules.
• Ability to use basic math to analyze information and measuring equipment.
• Additional courses in Laser set-up and operation are preferred.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently.
• Ability to work on a team and independently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Laser experience is a must.
• 2-5 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Bending and stooping for long periods of time.
• Sitting and standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
• Lifting over head up to 30 lbs. on a frequent basis.
• Pushing and pulling on a continuous basis.

Must be able to reliably commute or relocate to Gainesville, GA 30504.