CNC Offline Programmer Operator

Solid Solutions Staffing; London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a CNC Offline Programmer Operator to join their R&D team. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment focused on urban mobility. You'll be responsible for developing offline programs using SolidCAM for CNC milling machines, ensuring high-quality production and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. With flexible working hours and a supportive team, this position promises career growth and the opportunity to make a real impact in the field of precision engineering.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

33 Days Holiday Including Bank Holidays

Company Pension Scheme

Christmas Shutdown

Staff Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC programming for metal products in low-volume environments.
• Strong background in using SolidCAM for offline programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop offline programs using SolidCAM for 5-axis CNC machines.
• Maintain inventory and tooling for efficient production.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Offline programming using SolidCAM

CNC programming

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Tools

SolidCAM

Hurco 5-axis CNC milling machines

Mastercam

Edgecam

PowerMill

GibbsCAM

Hypermill

CAMWorks

Job description

CNC Offline Programmer Operator - Permanent Full-Time

Salary: Circa £37,500 DOE

Location: In office, Greater London

Are you a CNC Offline Programmer Operator with a passion for precision engineering?

Our client is a leading innovator in the field of compact and folding athletic sporting equipment. Renowned for exceptional craftsmanship and a commitment to sustainability, they have revolutionised urban mobility. With a global brand built on engineering excellence and innovative design, they continue to expand, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment where creativity, collaboration, and continuous development are at the heart of everything they do.

This is an exciting opportunity for a CNC Offline Programmer Operator with experience in SolidCAM to join a forward-thinking organisation that is shaping the future of urban mobility. With career growth prospects and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, you'll be an integral part of the R&D team, driving innovation and making a real impact.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Develop and generate offline programs using SolidCAM for Hurco 5-axis CNC milling machines, producing parts in small batches for R&D projects.
• Maintain inventory levels, ensuring necessary tooling and consumables are always available for efficient production.
• Produce parts to meet engineering drawings, adhering to high quality standards and tolerances, while optimising production efficiency within set target times.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency.
• Work with the design team to provide feedback on potential issues and recommend design modifications to optimise manufacturability.
• Operate manual machinery and 3D printing equipment to produce prototypes, models, and test components for R&D purposes.
• Support the development of apprentices and trainees, sharing expertise and promoting best practices in CNC programming and machining.

Experiences required:

• Offline programming using SolidCAM or equivalent software (e.g., Mastercam, Edgecam, PowerMill, GibbsCAM, Hypermill, CAMWorks).
• Experience with Hurco 5-axis CNC milling machines, or similar (e.g., Haas, Mazak, DMG Mori, Okuma, Fanuc, Bridgeport).
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and its application in CNC programming and part design.
• Background in CNC programming and part manufacturing, ideally for metal products in a low-volume, R&D, or prototype environment.

Package:

40 Hours P/W, Monday to Friday, Flexible Working Hours between 7am to 6pm, 33 Days Holiday Inc. Bank, Company Pension Scheme, Christmas Shutdown, Staff Discounts.