CNC Programmer

Thompson Aero; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

33 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Salary sacrifice pension

Holiday purchase scheme

Electric car scheme

Cycle to work

Maternity/Paternity pay

Women in Business

Service awards

Charity sponsorship

Employee parking

Gym membership

Learning & development

Job summary

Thompson Aero Seating is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to support manufacturing engineering activities in automation, quality and continuous improvement areas. The role involves programming 3- and 5-axis CNC milling machines, selecting tools, and creating setup sheets.

You will validate programming quality, train junior programmers, and drive Lean initiatives while ensuring a safe working environment and collaboration with tooling/software vendors. This position is based in the UK.

Qualifications

• 3 years machining experience.
• 3 years offline CAM programming using a CAM package (Mastercam Hypermill / Delcam / Catia or equivalent).
• Experience in lean manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Programming 3 and 5 axis CNC Milling Machines.
• Tool selection and work holding tool design.
• Validate programming quality through part FAI.
• Create machine setup sheets & operator work instructions.
• Drive lean manufacturing improvements and efficiency.
• Ensure safety of staff and machinery.
• Mentor less experienced programmers.
• Collaborate with tooling and software manufacturers to pursue Continuous Improvement.
• Investigate methods to reduce cycle times and explore new technologies.

Skills

Machining experience

Offline CAM programming

Lean manufacturing

Reading engineering drawings

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Engineering degree / HND / BTec Level 5

Tools

Mastercam Hypermill

Delcam

Catia

Fanuc controls

Heidenhain controls

Job description

• Earnings: Salary discussed on application

The post holder will be responsible for supporting Manufacturing Engineering activities in one or a combination of the following areas of responsibilities:

• Automated systems and control
• Quality & continuous Improvement

Responsibilities

• Programming 3 and 5 axis CNC Milling Machines
• Cutting tool selection and work holding tool design
• Validating programming quality through part FAI
• Creation of machine set up sheets & operator work instructions
• Improving and working to lean manufacturing process
• Ensuring the safety of both employees and machinery
• Training / mentoring less experienced programmers within the department
• Liaisingwith tooling and software manufacturers to drive Continuous Improvement
• Investigatingand applying techniques to reduce cycle times and exploringnew technology to improve workshop throughput

Reward

• Annual bonus (linked to company performance)
• 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service)
• 37.5 hours per week
• Health cash plan
• Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
• Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• IVF & Assisted Conception Policy
• Women in Business - CorporateMember
• Service Awards
• Local charity /sponsorship activities
• Dedicated employee parking
• Discounted Gym membership
• Learning and development opportunities

Requirements

• 3 years' machining experience
• 3 years' offline programming experience using a CAM package. (Mastercam Hypermill / Delcam / Catia or equivalent)
• Experience working within a lean Manufacturing environment
• Be able to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Possess strong computer skills to include all programs in the Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Flexible attitude to changing deadlines
• Working knowledge of Fanuc and Heidenhain controls
• Relevant Manufacturing/Engineering degree or HND, BTec Professional Level 5 Award or equivalent NVQ Level 5 qualifications

We reserve theright to enhance criteria on shortlisting.

Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer.

The closing date for applications is the 6th September2026 at 17:00.