Bending Programmer

** 1. Qualification**
- **Education**: Diploma or ITI in Mechanical/Production Engineering; OR B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical) preferred.
- **Experience**: 2-5 years in CNC nesting and bending programming using software like Lantek, SigmaNEST, or equivalent.
- **Skills**:

- Knowledge of CNC press brake operation
- Understanding of sheet metal behavior, bend allowance, and tool selection
- Proficiency in reading engineering drawings

**2. Roles**
- Create and optimize CNC programs for laser cutting and press brake machines.
- Ensure material utilization is maximized (nesting efficiency).
- Reduce programming errors that affect bending precision or material scrap.
- Provide accurate flat patterns and bending instructions to production.

**3. Responsibilities**
- Interpret 2D/3D drawings and convert them into CAM programs for sheet metal cutting and bending.
- Manage nesting layouts to minimize wastage of raw material.
- Select proper tooling and sequence for press brake operations.
- Coordinate with production and maintenance for smooth machine running.
- Update part libraries and version control for repeated jobs.

**4. Activities**
- Daily program generation for new and repeat parts.
- Nesting layout preparation for upcoming production batches.
- Back-and-forth coordination with design and production teams.
- Modify programs based on feedback or change requests.
- Maintain a programming log and nesting efficiency tracker.

**5. Facilities Required**
- Desktop computer with high-performance processor and CAD/CAM software installed.
- Licensed CAM software (e.g., SigmaNEST, Lantek, Metamation).
- Access to printer/scanner for printouts and documentation.
- Safety gear for shopfloor visits (shoes, helmet, glasses).
- ERP login with BOM and drawing access.
- Intra-factory transport allowance if location is far from office floor.

**6. Authorities**
- Authority to finalize nesting patterns for cutting and bending.
- Can reject poorly made drawings or request drawing clarifications from the Design team.
- Can suggest design changes for manufacturability.
- Access to CNC programming servers and machine data via ERP.

**7. Key Performance Areas (KPAs)**
- Nesting yield (% material utilization).
- Number of programming errors per 100 parts.
- Downtime reduction due to optimized bending sequences.
- On-time program delivery for production.
- Collaboration score with production and design teams.

**8. Career Growth Plan**
- **Nesting & Bending Programmer (M2)** → **Production Engineer - Sheet Metal (M3)** → **Manufacturing Engineer - Sheet Metal (M4)** → **Production Manager (M6)**.
- Can grow horizontally into **Design for Manufacturing (DFM)** or **CAM Specialist** roles.
- Eligible for training in 3D CAD, advanced CAM, lean manufacturing.

**9. Reporting & Coordination**
- **Reports To**: Sheet Metal Line Manager (M4/M5)
- **Coordinates With**: Design Engineer, CNC Machine Operator, Quality Inspector, Production Planner

**10. Integration with HR & ERP**
- Nesting and bending KPAs logged into ERP through production reports.
- Linked to drawing versions, material issue slips, and machine logs.
- Performance evaluation based on material savings, cycle time reduction, and programming accuracy.

Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹500,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person