Cad Cam Programmer

Questech Recruitment Ltd; South Kirkby; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Questech Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a CNC CAD CAM Programmer near the South Elmsall area, West Yorkshire. The role involves programming CNC machines using CAM, calculating speeds and feeds, and defining tool paths to optimize milling, turning, and routing operations.

The ideal candidate will be apprentice trained or time served, with experience in CAM software, AutoCAD, MS Office, and a solid background in CNC programming across milling, turning, and routing environments.

Qualifications

• Experience CNC programming in CAM software.
• Apprentice trained or time served.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, CAM & MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Programme CNC machines using CAM.
• Perform machining calculations (speeds and feeds).
• Define tool paths and sequence CNC operations.
• Edit programs during prove-out and coach machinists.
• Detect and correct inefficient cutting conditions and crashes.
• Analyse CNC errors and locate root causes.

Skills

CNC Programming

CAM software

AutoCAD

MS Office

Machining experience

Education

Apprentice trained or time served

Tools

AutoCAD

CAM software

MS Office

Job description

CNC CAD CAM Programmer

We are recruiting for a CNC CADCAM Programmer to work for our client who are located near to the South Elmsall area, West Yorkshire.

THE DUTIES OF A CNC PROGRAMMER:

• Programme CNC machines using CAM
• Ability to perform machining calculations including, but not limited to speeds and feeds in a diverse range of tooling and raw materials
• Determine reference points and optimal cutting directions for tool path definition besides sequencing CNC operations for best results
• Determine changes in programs as required during the prove out phase of operation and edit existing programs independently while keeping machinist input in mind, as well as using the time wisely for coaching when possible
• Ability to detect, prevent, or correct inefficient cutting conditions as well as machine tool crashes
• Problem solve when a solution is needed quickly
• Analyse CNC errors, locate root cause in code and take corrective action if and when others cannot especially if code was generated by lower level programmers
• Verify estimated versus actual cycle times and optimize to meet or beat goals

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCES & SKILLS:

• Experience CNC Programming in CAM software
• Apprentice trained or time served
• using AutoCAD, CAM & MS Office
• Previous CNC programming experience is a must in milling, turning, and routing environments

THE HOURS:

You will work day shifts Monday – Friday 6am-2pm

THE PAY:

You will earn an hourly rate of up to £17 per an hour depending on experience