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# Production Programmer

- **Company:** Careermakers Recruitment
- **Location:** Bolton, United Kingdom
- **Salary:** £40,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, Autodesk Inventor, Computer Programming, Computer Literacy, Technical Data Management Systems
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=37a03f4a55ec70e6

## About the Role

We are particularly interested in candidates who have a strong background operating and programming press brake machinery and are now looking to take the next step in their career.

You will ideally have experience programming and operating press brakes across a variety of profiles and components, combined with an interest in developing your CAD/CAM and production programming skills.

You will have:

 * Previous experience operating and programming press brake machinery across various profiles.
 * Experience within a sheet metal, metal fabrication or parts manufacturing environment.
 * A good understanding of manufacturing processes.
 * The ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D engineering drawings.
 * Good working knowledge of CAD software, preferably Autodesk Inventor.
 * Good computer literacy and the ability to learn manufacturing/MRP systems.
 * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
 * Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
 * A genuine desire to progress from hands-on press brake operation into a programming-focused position.

Desirable Experience:

 * Engineering or manufacturing qualification such as an apprenticeship, HNC or HND.
 * Experience using CADMAN-B software.
 * Experience using Progress Plus MRP software.
 * Experience working within an ISO 9000 quality management system.

Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Press Brake Operator/Programmer who is ready to take the next step in their career.

Rather than continuing in a predominantly machine-operating role, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in CAD/CAM, production programming, laser and press brake programming, Design for Manufacture and process improvement.

If you have hands-on press brake experience and are looking to move into a more technical and programming-focused role, we would be keen to hear from you., * Do you have previous experience operating and programming press brake machinery across various profiles?

## Description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Production Programmer to join a busy Production Engineering team within a specialist engineering and manufacturing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Press Brake Operator who has experience programming different profiles and is now looking to progress their career away from day-to-day machine operation and into a Production Programming role.

You will be responsible for CAD/CAM programming for pressed and laser-cut components, preparing manufacturing data and remotely programming press brake and laser cutting machinery. You will work closely with the production and engineering teams to ensure programmes and technical information are delivered accurately and on time., * Produce CAD/CAM programmes for pressed and laser-cut components.

 * Read and interpret 2D and 3D CAD drawings and convert STP files into DXF files for manufacturing.
 * Carry out remote programming for press brake and laser cutting machinery.
 * Use your previous hands-on press brake experience to develop accurate and efficient programmes for different profiles.
 * Ensure programmes and manufacturing files are issued accurately and in line with project deadlines.
 * Upload accurate production and manufacturing data onto the MRP system.
 * Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers regarding manufacturing requirements and technical queries.
 * Support Design for Manufacture (DFM) activities, ensuring components are suitable for efficient production.
 * Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, productivity, quality and safety.
 * Identify tooling, equipment, jigs and fixtures required to improve manufacturing efficiency and safety.
 * Support the justification and approval of relevant capital expenditure.
 * Work towards key project and programming deadlines and departmental KPIs.
 * Contribute to continuous improvement and manufacturing sustainability initiatives.