CNC Pipe Bending Programmer

Contract Type

Permanent

Country

ITALY

Location

Verona

Your opportunity

Sidel, global leader in packaging solutions, is looking for a Bending Operator to join the Final Assembly & Testing team in Verona plant. The rosource will be responsible for manufacturing using an automated pipebending machine for Aseptic Tunnel and Aseptic Skid machines, ensuring compliance with production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Your Mission

The person will be responsible for creating and optimizing CNC programs for pipe bending operations, manufacturing process piping according to engineering drawings for food & beverage process equipment. The role ensures safe, repeatable and cost-effective bending processes that meet dimensional and quality requirements.

YOUR SCOPE

• Create, validate and maintain CNC programs for the pipe bending machine based on 2D/3D drawings, piping isometrics and technical specifications.
• Define the bending sequence, machine parameters and setup required to manufacture process piping in accordance with drawings and applicable quality requirements.
• Select and define the required bending tools, including dies, clamps, pressure dies, mandrels and wiper dies, according to pipe material, diameter, wall thickness and bend geometry.
• Perform program prove-out, first-piece trials and dimensional checks, applying the necessary corrections to achieve repeatable production results.
• Optimize bending parameters and cycles to minimize deformation, ovality, wrinkling, springback, scrap, setup time and cycle time.
• Work with Engineering and Manufacturing to improve piping manufacturability, bend feasibility, tolerances and routing while preserving functional requirements.
• Prepare and maintain machine setup sheets, work instructions, tooling data and standard operating parameters for production.
• Support troubleshooting on the shop floor and carry out root-cause analysis for bending defects and process deviations.
• Contribute to productivity, quality, lead-time and manufacturing cost targets through standardization and continuous improvement.

Your Profile

Education

Level of education and languages:

• Technical diploma in Mechanics, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Technology or a related field. An Engineering degree is considered a plus.

Computer Skills

• Good knowledge of CNC programming environments and production documentation.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office is required.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM tools and SAP is a plus.

Language Requirements

• Italian fluency is required.
• English is a plus.

Required Experience And Skills

• Hands-on experience in CNC programming and machine setup; experience with CNC pipe bending machines is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, piping isometrics, dimensions, tolerances and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of tube and pipe bending principles, including bend allowance, springback compensation, elongation, ovality, wall thinning and wrinkle prevention.
• Practical knowledge of dimensional inspection tools and methods for checking bent piping against drawing requirements.
• Basic knowledge of materials commonly used for food & beverage process piping, particularly stainless-steel tubes and pipes, is preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously on the shop floor and collaborate effectively with Engineering, Quality, Production and Maintenance.
• Proactive problem-solving approach, accuracy, strong safety awareness and focus on quality and cost targets.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methods is a plus.