CNC Programmer

Job: CNC Programmer
Location: Market Harborough, Leicestershire
Salary: Up to £18.00 per hour, depending on experience
Shift: Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm, Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pm

Benefits

• Permanent employment with an established engineering business.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Overtime opportunities paid at 1.5 times the standard hourly rate.
• A consistent weekday working schedule with an early finish on Fridays.
• The opportunity to develop your skills within a manufacturing environment.

About the Company

Our client is an established precision engineering business specialising in the manufacture of high-quality components for a range of industries. Due to continued business requirements, they are looking to recruit an experienced CNC Programmer to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC professional to join a well-established manufacturing environment, contributing to the production of precision-engineered components while developing their technical expertise.

About the Role

As a CNC Programmer, you will be responsible for programming CNC milling and/or turning machines, ensuring efficient machining processes and the production of high-quality components to specification. The ideal candidate will have experience with both online and offline programming, alongside a strong understanding of machining processes and engineering drawings.

Key Responsibilities

• Programming CNC milling and/or turning machines using online and/or offline programming methods.
• Developing and optimising machining programmes to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Selecting appropriate tooling, cutting parameters and machining strategies.
• Supporting machine setting and operation where required.
• Ensuring components are manufactured accurately and meet quality standards.
• Identifying and resolving programming or machining issues.
• Working closely with the production team to meet manufacturing deadlines.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, safety and housekeeping.

About You

• Previous experience in CNC programming within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Experience programming CNC milling and/or turning machines.
• Knowledge of online and/or offline CNC programming.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of machining processes, tooling and cutting parameters.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to improving machining efficiency and quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience with CAD/CAM software and CNC control systems would be advantageous.

Apply

If you are an experienced CNC Programmer with knowledge of milling and/or turning and experience in online or offline programming, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this permanent opportunity.