CAD/CAM Programmer

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking a CAD / CAM Programmer. This role requires programming CNC machines using CAD / CAM software such as Fusion 360 or CIMCO, operating various CNC machines, and conducting quality inspections. The position offers a salary of £34,000 - £38,500 along with overtime, bonuses, and a supportive team environment. This opportunity is ideal for those looking for a secure, day-based role with an early finish on Fridays.

Benefits

Overtime

Bonus

Early Finish Fridays

Days Based

Qualifications

• Experience in programming CAD / CAM software.
• Familiarity with CNC machine operations.
• Ability to conduct quality inspections.

Responsibilities

• Programming CNC machines using CAD / CAM software.
• Operating CNC lathes, milling machines, and boring machines.
• Inspecting finished components for quality.

Skills

Programming CNC machines using CAD / CAM software

Experience with Fusion 360 or CIMCO

Quality inspection methods

Tools

CNC lathes

Milling machines

Boring machines

Job description

CAD / CAM Programmer

£34,000 - £38,500 + Overtime + Bonus + Early Finish Fridays + Days Based + Monday - Friday

Ashton-under-Lyne

Are you an a CAD / CAM Programmer with a background in Fusion 360 or similar, looking for a day-based role, optional overtime, and an early finish every Friday?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established precision engineering company producing high-precision metal components for the rail, defence, and industrial sectors. The business is part of a larger engineering group with a strong order book and ongoing investment in modern machinery.

The role is primarily programming-focused. You will use CAD / CAM software such as CIMCO or Fusion 360 to program CNC machines. Full training will be provided on vertical and horizontal boring machines, so no prior experience on these machines is required.

This position would suit a CAD / CAM Programmer with a background writing Fusion 360 or similar software, looking for a secure, days-based role within a supportive and growing team environment.

THE ROLE :

• Programming CNC machines using CAD / CAM software (Fusion 360 or CIMCO)
• Operating CNC lathes, milling machines, and boring machines (Vertical / Horizontal)
• Inspecting finished components using a variety of quality inspection methods