Sheet Metal Programmer -

Laser, Press Brake & Robotic Welding Location:

Roanoke, TX Job Type:

Full-Time |

Direct Hire Schedule:

Full-Time, On-Site Position Overview Summit Staffing is seeking an experienced Sheet Metal Programmer - Laser, Press Brake & Robotic Welding for a highly automated manufacturing operation in Roanoke, Texas. This is a hands-on technical programming position responsible for supporting and optimizing advanced sheet metal fabrication, robotic welding, weld fixture, and automated tube-bending processes. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience programming Amada and Trumpf laser systems, SafanDarley and Trumpf press brakes, and Yaskawa Motoman robotic welding systems . This individual will work closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Operations to support new product launches, improve manufacturing processes, reduce scrap and cycle times, and increase equipment productivity.

Note:

This is not a machine operator position. We are seeking an experienced manufacturing professional with hands-on programming expertise who can take fabrication and robotic welding processes from engineering design through production.

Key Responsibilities:

Laser Programming & Nesting Create and optimize CNC programs for Amada and Trumpf laser cutting systems . Develop efficient nesting strategies to maximize material utilization. Generate manufacturing programs from engineering drawings and 3D CAD models. Optimize cutting processes to reduce scrap and improve productivity. Troubleshoot laser programming and production issues. Utilize CAD/CAM and nesting software to support production requirements. Press Brake Programming Program and optimize SafanDarley and Trumpf press brakes . Develop bending sequences and tooling strategies. Review new products for manufacturability. Support press brake setup reduction and process improvements. Troubleshoot forming and programming issues. Robotic Welding Programming Program, teach, and optimize Yaskawa Motoman robotic welding cells . Develop production-ready welding programs utilizing YRC1000 controllers . Establish and maintain TCPs, user frames, tool frames, and work coordinates. Configure welding schedules and parameters. Optimize robotic cycle times while maintaining weld quality and repeatability. Troubleshoot robotic welding issues and production downtime. Support commissioning and implementation of new robotic welding applications. Weld Fixture Development Design, review, modify, and improve weld fixtures and production tooling . Develop effective locating and clamping strategies. Ensure fixture repeatability for robotic welding applications. Improve fixture ergonomics, accessibility, and maintainability. Support fixture design validation during new product launches. Automated Tube Bending Support and optimize a fully automated Transfluid tube-bending cell . Support integrated KUKA robotic systems . Troubleshoot robotic and automation issues. Improve equipment uptime, throughput, and productivity. Support fabrication of complex tubing assemblies. Continuous Improvement Lead manufacturing process-improvement initiatives. Identify opportunities to improve quality, throughput, cycle time, and equipment utilization. Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions. Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives. Drive automation and productivity improvements throughout manufacturing operations. Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Operations teams.

Equipment & Technology:

This position will work with manufacturing technology including: Laser Cutting Amada laser systems Trumpf laser systems Press Brakes SafanDarley press brakes Trumpf press brakes Robotic Welding Yaskawa Motoman welding robots YRC1000 controllers Automation KUKA robots Transfluid automated tube-bending equipment Software SigmaNEST SigmaBEND Boosters Nucleo

V2023-Q3-188 CAD/CAM

programming software Required Qualifications 5+ years of fabrication programming and manufacturing automation experience. Hands-on experience programming Amada laser systems . Hands-on experience programming Trumpf laser systems . Experience programming SafanDarley and/or Trumpf press brakes . Strong experience programming Yaskawa Motoman robotic welding systems , preferably utilizing YRC1000 controllers. Experience developing and optimizing robotic welding processes. Experience designing, modifying, or troubleshooting weld fixtures . Strong understanding of MIG welding processes . Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and weld symbols . Experience with CAD/CAM and nesting software. Strong manufacturing troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with SigmaNEST and/or SigmaBEND . Experience with KUKA robotic systems . Experience with automated tube-bending equipment. Offline robotic programming and simulation experience. Experience within sheet metal fabrication, automotive, heavy equipment, fuel systems, or similar manufacturing environments . Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience. Project management or new-product-launch experience. Ideal Candidate Develop programs for laser-cutting systems. Optimize nests and material utilization. Program press brakes and develop bend sequences. Program and troubleshoot robotic welding cells. Develop and improve weld fixtures. Read complex engineering drawings and GD&T. Work directly with Engineering to move new products into production. Troubleshoot manufacturing and automation issues. Identify opportunities to improve cycle time, quality, scrap, and productivity. What We Offer Competitive compensation Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Paid time off Career growth opportunities Modern, highly automated manufacturing environment Opportunity to work directly with advanced fabrication, robotics, welding, and automation technologies

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Experience:

CNC:

1 year (Preferred)

Manufacturing:

1 year (Preferred)

Automation Machinery Manufacturing :

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person