CAD Estimator / Programmer

Kloeckner Metals UK is one of the leading metal stockholders and processing suppliers in the UK. We are renowned for supplying a diverse range of ferrous and non-ferrous products. Our extensive in-house processing portfolio in combination with our expertise enables us to deliver cost efficient metal solutions and high-quality steel products.

As a pioneer of digital transformation in the steel and metal industry we continuously strive to add value to our customers by investing into digital technologies and introducing innovative eProcurement solutions.

We are passionate about sustainability and aim to transform our industry by playing an active role in building a sustainable future for our employees, customers, community and future generations.

Key accountabilities
We are currently recruiting for a CAD Estimator / Programmer for our site in Dudley. Being customer service focused, speaking directly with external customers and dealing with external processors you will be responsible for:

• Generating and optimizing CAD/CAM programs machines.
• Collaborating with engineers and designers to ensure accurate interpretation of technical drawings and specifications.
• Carrying out 2D and 3D drawings as and when required.
• Identifying risks issues when producing programs.
• Amending existing parts as and when required and maintaining drawing standards.
• Preparing accurate cost estimates for manufacturing projects
• Direct communication with sales and operations departments.
• Offering technical guidance to the production team to ensure successful project execution.
• Working with the planning team to achieve tight deadlines.

Key responsibilities

• To work safely in full compliance with all company & local safety practices & to be proactive in identifying/preventing hazards in the workplace.
• To work to established standards relating to the activities & products. Will report on performance according to the agreed standards.
• Liaise with supplying & customer processes, to ensure that customer requirements are met.
• Contribute to achieving cost reduction targets for the department.
• Ensure that output targets are achieved. Participates in continuous improvement activities to increase warehouse capacity.

The Company and Benefits:
As well as a competitive salary we also offer an attractive benefits package which include:

• Provision of full suite of IT including laptop, printer/scanner and mobile phone
• Lease Cars by Salary Sacrifice
• Contributory Pension
• Long Service Awards
• Discount cards for shops and restaurants
• Gym & Health Club discounts
• Holiday Trading
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Medicash Programme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
• Lifetime Financial Wellbeing