Programmer - Weekend Day Shift

What You’ll Do

• Create and maintain laser programs that support daily production needs
• Provide operators with the necessary workload to effectively plan and strategize upcoming nests
• Build and optimize nests to support efficient cutting, material usage, and proper tab placement to prevent parts from flipping during production
• Pre-measure and strategically utilize remnants to reduce material waste and minimize operator rework
• Communicate with operators to address programs that require additional information
• Assist the laser team with denesting or other tasks when all machines are running at full capacity
• Perform other related duties as assigned

  Minimum Qualifications

  • Experience in laser cutting, CNC, or similar manufacturing environments
  • Familiarity with programmable production equipment
  • Basic understanding of material properties (metals, plastics, composites)
  • Working knowledge of nesting strategies, tab placement, and material optimization
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with machine operators and production partners
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production setting

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience creating programs and optimizing nests for laser cutting, CNC machining, or other automated manufacturing equipment
  • Experience planning, prioritizing, or supporting production workloads
  • Strong understanding of material utilization and waste reduction practices
  • Exposure to a continuous improvement or efficiency focused manufacturing environment

  Essential Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit or stand at a workstation for extended periods throughout the shift
  • Prolonged use of a computer, keyboard, and input devices
  • Occasional walking the production floor to coordinate with the laser team
  • Repetitive lifting of 25 lbs and up to 50 lbs
  • Bending, reaching, and moving safely around industrial equipment as needed

  Work Environment

  • Primarily desk-based role located on the production floor
  • Work performed on a computer using manufacturing and production software around CNC lasers, press brakes, and material handling equipment
  • Exposure to noise, moving machinery, and metal materials
  • Frequent collaboration with production staff and leadership
  • Use of required protective equipment at all times

  Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
  • Paid holidays + PTO
  • 401K with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short-term disability
  • Lunch provided daily
  • Employee discount on parts

  Schedule

  Friday - Sunday, 5:00AM - 5:00PM