Cnc Programmer

DM Recruitment Limited; Antrim and Newtownabbey District; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Opus Vitae is recruiting a CNC Setter for a client in Newtown. You will set and operate CNC turning machinery, adjust tooling and parameters, and ensure components meet precise specifications. Reading engineering drawings and using precision measuring tools are essential to verify quality during production.

Candidates should be proficient in G-code or Mazatrol, have relevant CNC engineering qualifications, and be committed to accurate, efficient manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Experience setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Set and adjust tooling, work holding, offsets, speeds, feeds and cutting parameters.
• Load and verify existing CNC programs and edit as required.
• Monitor machine cycles and maintain production efficiency.
• Read and interpret drawings and production instructions.
• Use precision measuring equipment to verify parts.
• Report faults and delays promptly.

Skills

CNC turning

G-code Mazatrol

Reading drawings

Inspection equipment

Detail oriented

Education

Engineering qualification (CNC)

Job description

Opus Vitae are currently recruiting for a CNC Setter to join a client based in Newtown. The successful individual will be responsible for setting & operating CNC machinery to manufacture components accurately & efficiently.

38hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and adjust tooling, work holding, offsets, speeds, feeds and cutting parameters.
• Load and verify existing CNC programs, making controlled edits within your competence and seeking programming support where required.
• Monitor machine cycles and maintain efficient production rates.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and production instructions.
• Use precision measuring equipment including micrometres, verniers, bore gauges, height gauges and thread gauges.
• Report machine faults, tooling problems and production delays promptly.

Desirable qualities

• Contribute to creating, modifying and optimising CNC programs using G-code, Mazatrol or offline CAD/CAM.
• Experience with Swiss-type or multi-channel programming is welcomed, including synchronisation, hand-offs, main-to-sub spindle transfers and back-working.
• City & Guilds, NVQ, BTEC, Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in CNC Machining or Engineering.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Previous experience setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Good understanding of cutting tools, workholding, tool selection and machining parameters.
• Competent in the use of precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work