Laser Programmer

About JMS

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Since being established in 1962, Jim Myers & Sons, Inc (JMS) has become one of the nation's leading designers and manufacturers of water and water treatment equipment and systems. This success is the result of our employees' diverse technical and business expertise, which fuels collaboration and ongoing innovation. We use equal parts innovation, quality, and reliability to create comprehensive, solution driven product offerings for our customers. Learn more about us at

Why join the JMS team?

• Family owned and oriented workplace


• Work and collaborate with a small team who has become one of the best in the industry


• Use industry-leading technology and the best tools available to ensure success


• Working in a stable industry with strong growth potential
  

We are proud to offer:

• Competitive base salary


• Bonus opportunities


• Company paid medical


• Dental and life insurance


• 401K


• Excellent training


• Great family work environment


• Paid vacation and holiday

Job Summary

The Laser Programmer is a member of the Manufacturing team and is responsible for creating, modifying and nesting metal parts/ components using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and ProNest software in order to assist in the operation of the CNC fiber laser

Responsibilities include

• Ability to perform all the duties of the Laser Operator as needed (see Laser Operator job description) – set up/shut down and operation of CNC fiber laser in order to produce the highest quality products to meet customer requirements.
• Utilizing SolidWorks to generate flat patterns and AutoCAD to modify the flat patter with break-lines and other changes as needed
• Using ProNest nesting software to create programs that efficiently use the material
• Determining the amount of material needed for the projects and communicate with the purchasing department
• Scheduling and coordinate the workload of the Laser Operator to meet deadlines
• Issuing material and provide travelers to the operator for each job
• Safely operating overhead crane, forklift, calipers, grinders, and other hand tools required for the job
• Adhering to all JMS safety procedures and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a minimum of 3 years of laser programing/operation experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to work under pressure, use initiative, and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines.
• Requires use of basic math to analyze information and measuring equipment – working with close tolerances
• Ability to work safely and efficiently
• Ability to work in a team and independently – strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instruction and written processes
• Knowledge of sheet metal thicknesses and material types
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs – moving product off table throughout the shift
• Experience in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and ProNest
• Experience with ERP systems (Epicor preferred)
• Reliable attendance and ability to work flexible work hours (standard shift 6:00am – 4:30pm, M-Th. (Friday and Saturday OT as required)

Desired Experience and Skills

•Trumpf laser experience and programming is a plus.
•Ability to design/model parts in 2D or 3D and use Inventor software
• Knowledge of sheet metal forming

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Jim Myers & Sons, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer