CNC Operator and Programmer

TODD HAYES LIMITED; East Beckham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Todd Hayes Limited, near Norwich, seeks an experienced CNC Operator and Programmer to join their manufacturing team. The role focuses on operating and programming the XYZ Milling/CNC extrusion machining centre for aluminium extrusions, ensuring efficient production and quality control.

The ideal candidate will read CAD/CAM drawings, adapt programs, and work with design engineers to resolve queries. A hands-on, quality-conscious approach is essential in this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Must understand CNC machining principles and have ability to read CAD/CAM drawings.
• Ability to transfer practical CNC knowledge into program variables.
• Experience with CAD/CAM capabilities and CNC router programming is preferred.
• Good engineering aptitude with an interest in manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program the CNC extrusion machining centre using proprietary software.
• Ensure optimal processes to minimise material wastage and maximise machine utilisation.
• Report problems to supervisor and assist with maintenance.
• Train to carry out tasks across machining and finishing, including CAD/CAM machines.
• Liaise with design engineer to resolve product queries and with shop leadership to schedule work.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and comply with ISO9001 quality procedures.

Skills

CNC machining principles

CAD/CAM capabilities

engineering aptitude

read CAD/CAM drawings

programming basics

MS Office

quality mindset

machining experience

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Proprietary programming software

MS Office

Job description

CNC Operator and Programmer

Our client, a successful manufacturing business close to Norwich, are currently seeking a CNC Operator and Programmer to join their team

This is a full time, permanent position.

HOURS

Basic hours 8:30am 5:00pm Mon Fri lunch (30 min lunch)

KEY SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Must have a flexible approach to working hours and be able to work extended hours on occasions

Good understanding of the principles of CNC machining, design and engineering

Has a reasonable knowledge of CAD/CAM capabilities

The ideal candidate will have a good engineering aptitude, will be from a CNC router (or similar) programming background.

Prior programming experience or ability to learn proprietary programming software

Ability to read and understand CAD/CAM drawings

Ability to transfer practical CNC knowledge into program variables.

Basic understanding of PC file structures and MS Office programs

Ability to understand basic engineering calculations

Fundamental appreciation of business concepts

Able to demonstrate success and experience in a machining background.

Have CNC machine minding experience within wood or metal work.

JOB PURPOSE:

To operate and program all CNC machines.

Specific responsibility for the XYZ Milling and CNC extrusion machining centre for production of aluminium extrusions.

Machining methods and quality to be in accordance with agreed machining principles and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Operate and program the CNC extrusion machining centre, utilising the propriety software
• Ensuring the optimum process to achieve minimal material wastage and optimum machine utilisation.
• Reporting any problems or potential problems to your immediate supervisor.
• Train to be able to carry out the maximum range of tasks within the machining / finishing department, including operating and programming all CAD/CAM based CNC machines.
• Liaise with the design engineer to remove any ambiguity or resolve any product queries.
• Liaise with the Machine Shop Department Leader to organise and implement work schedules.
• Reporting any shortage of material stock, tooling or consumables.
• Assist with the operation of a full maintenance programme in accordance with the Machine manufacturers and guidelines.
• Ensure that the machines, tools and working areas are kept clean and tidy ready to carry out the next task
• Comply with all aspects of the Health and Safety procedures at all times.
• Liaise closely with other production functions to resolve machining queries.
• To adhere to, and assist in the continuous improvement of, Quality procedures and policies outlined in ISO9001 Quality Manual and Certification criteria.
• To undertake any other reasonable duty as requested.

Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.