CNC Programmer

Blatchford; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading prosthetics manufacturer in Basingstoke is seeking a CNC Programmer to provide engineering support in their new facility. The role involves creating CNC programs, validating components, and designing fixtures using CAD software. Ideal candidates will have an HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, strong CNC and CAD/CAM skills, and problem-solving abilities. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Option to purchase additional holiday

Lunch time finish on Friday

On demand pay

Pension

Death in Service

Discounted shopping and leisure activities

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of CNC programming techniques, CAD/CAM, jig and tool design.
• Competent use of measurement tools.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve problems and work to exacting standards.

Responsibilities

• Create programs for stable engineering processes.
• Run and validate first off components.
• Design work holding and fixtures using CAD software.
• Create manufacturing routings in the ERP system.
• Support production with machine stoppages.
• Program and operate 5 axis CNC milling machines.
• Liaise with Quality control on component tolerances.

Skills

CNC programming techniques

CAD/CAM

SolidWorks

Problem-solving

Measurement tools

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidCAM

Job description

Posted Thursday 24 July 2025 at 01:00 | Expires Friday 29 August 2025 at 00:59

Blatchfordis a multi-award-winning, global, manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices.

Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.

We have an exciting opportunity for a CNC Programmerto join our team as we relocate to our brand-new, state of the art, production facility in Basingstoke.

The Role

As CNC Programmer, you will provide specialist engineering support involving machining processes and process control for new and existing components.

• Creating programs to provide stable and robust engineering processes in a medium volume environment.
• Running and proving out first off components through validation process.
• Designing all work holding and fixtures required for the production processes, modelling and detailing drawings using CAD software.
• Creating and releasing manufacturing routings in the ERP system.
• Supporting production department with machine stoppages and tooling issues.
• Programming, setting, and operating various simultaneous 5 axis (Inc 3 + 2) Axis CNC milling machines.
• Liaising with Quality control department reviewing component tolerance data and highlighting areas for improvement.
• Supporting the creation of Inspection reports.
• Creating manufacturing stage drawings for internal processes using CAD software.

What can we offer you?

• Highly competitive salary
• Option to purchase additional holiday.
• Lunch time finish on a Friday.
• On demand pay
• Pension
• Death in Service.
• Discounted shopping and leisure activities
• Health cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme.

What are we looking for?

Key Skills:

• HNC/HND Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• In-depth knowledge of CNC programming techniques, CAD / CAM, jig and tool design.
• Previous experience with SolidWorks/SolidCAM
• Demonstrated ability to resolve problems, educate, and work to exacting standards,
• Competent use of measurement tools

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team, within a unique environment and contribute to the success of our award-winning organisation.

If you feel like you meet the above criteria for the CNC Programmer opportunity, please apply now!