Laser Programmer
Industrial Fabricators
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- Location
- Gastonia, NC
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 8
- 12 days ago
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About the company
Industrial Fabricators
Mechanical or industrial engineering · 2 to 10 employees
What you'll do
- Create and optimize CNC laser cutting programs and nesting layouts, interpret engineering drawings, and prepare production files.
- Verify program accuracy, troubleshoot issues, collaborate with engineering and production teams, and maintain programming documentation.
What you need
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in CNC programming, CAD/CAM, machining, or manufacturing is preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in CNC programming, laser programming, or CAD/CAM programming, preferably in a sheet metal or metal fabrication environment.
- Experience creatingCNC laser cutting programs and nesting layouts.
- Proficiency with CAD/CAM or nesting software such asSigmaNEST, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar platforms.
- Familiarity withCNC laser cutting equipment, such as Amada, Mazak, or similar systems.
- Strong ability to read and interpretengineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
- Knowledge ofsheet metal materials and fabrication processes, including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to program accuracy and quality.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot programming and production issues.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with Engineering and Production teams.
- Education: a high school diploma
Key skills
CAD/CAM programmingCNC laser cuttingnesting layoutsSigmaNESTAutoCADSolidWorksCNC laser cutting equipmentengineering drawingssheet metal materialsfabrication processesanalytical and problem-solving skills
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Perks
- Overtime opportunities
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid time off
- holidays
- Professional development
- technical training
- Opportunities for career growth
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Laser Programmer
Job Type:
Full-time
Work Location:
On-site — Gastonia, North Carolina
About the Role
IFABCorp is looking for an experienced
Laser Programmer
to join our manufacturing team in Gastonia, NC.
In this role, you will be responsible for creating and optimizing
CNC laser cutting programs and nesting layouts
for the production of precision sheet metal parts. You will work from engineering drawings, CAD files, and customer specifications to develop efficient cutting programs that meet quality, dimensional, and production requirements.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with
CAD/CAM programming, CNC laser cutting, nesting, and sheet metal fabrication
, and is comfortable working closely with engineering and production teams.
Key Responsibilities
Create, modify, and optimize
CNC laser cutting programs
using CAD/CAM software.
Develop and optimize
nesting layouts
to maximize material utilization and minimize scrap.
Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD files, and technical specifications to create accurate production programs.
Determine appropriate cutting sequences, tooling strategies, material types, and machine parameters based on part requirements.
Prepare and release CNC programs and related production files for laser cutting operations.
Review programs and conduct test runs or first-piece checks to verify dimensional accuracy and product quality.
Troubleshoot programming issues and make adjustments to improve cutting quality, efficiency, and cycle times.
Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to resolve manufacturing issues and support production goals.
Maintain accurate programming files, revisions, and related documentation.
Follow established quality, safety, and production procedures.
Required Qualifications & Skills
High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in CNC programming, CAD/CAM, machining, or manufacturing is preferred.
2+ years of experience in CNC programming, laser programming, or CAD/CAM programming
, preferably in a sheet metal or metal fabrication environment.
Experience creating
CNC laser cutting programs and nesting layouts
.
Proficiency with CAD/CAM or nesting software such as
SigmaNEST, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar platforms
.
Familiarity with
CNC laser cutting equipment
, such as Amada, Mazak, or similar systems.
Strong ability to read and interpret
engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
.
Knowledge of
sheet metal materials and fabrication processes
, including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to program accuracy and quality.
Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot programming and production issues.
Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with Engineering and Production teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with fiber or CO₂ laser cutting systems.
Experience with advanced nesting and material optimization.
Familiarity with CNC programming concepts, cutting parameters, and laser processing.
Experience working in a high-volume or job-shop sheet metal manufacturing environment.
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience
Overtime opportunities
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development and technical training
Opportunities for career growth
Collaborative, growth-focused work environment