Cnc Programmer

Reed; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Enhanced pension

Private medical care

Job summary

Reed is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer / Operator for a specialist precision engineering manufacturer. You will program, set and operate CNC machinery in the EDM department to produce high-quality components to exact specifications.

The role offers opportunities to support other machining areas, with training and development to broaden technical capabilities. A strong focus on quality and continuous improvement will be important, along with collaboration across the production teams.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience programming and operating CNC machinery in manufacturing.
• Experience using CAD/CAM and offline programming systems.
• A recognised engineering apprenticeship or City & Guilds qualification.

Responsibilities

• Create, load, edit and optimise CNC programs per engineering specs.
• Set up and operate CNC machines to produce precision components.
• Interpret drawings, specs and manufacturing documents.
• Perform in-process inspection using CMMs and handheld tools.
• Ensure components meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Record works orders and quality data in ERP.
• Carry out routine machine maintenance checks and report faults.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and PPE rules.
• Support Lean initiatives including 5S and Kaizen.
• Collaborate with teams to meet production schedules.
• Provide shift handovers to maintain workflow and quality.
• Support milling and other departments when needed.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC operation

CAD/CAM

Engineering apprenticeship

Reading drawings

Lean manufacturing

Inspection techniques

Education

Engineering apprenticeship / City & Guilds

Tools

Offline programming

Job description

We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer / Operator to join a specialist precision engineering manufacturer. Working primarily within the EDM department, you will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC machinery to produce high-quality components to exact specifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist with strong CNC programming experience who enjoys working in a quality-driven manufacturing environment. You will also have the opportunity to support other machining departments and broaden your technical capabilities through further training and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, load, edit and optimise CNC programs in line with engineering requirements and work instructions.
• Set up and operate CNC machines to manufacture precision components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and manufacturing documentation.
• Carry out in-process inspection activities using measuring equipment including CMMs, optical inspection equipment and hand-held measuring tools.
• Ensure components meet all dimensional and quality requirements.
• Complete works orders, production records and quality documentation accurately.
• Book operations and record data through the ERP system.
• Carry out routine machine maintenance checks and report equipment faults.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives including 5S and continuous improvement activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors and production teams to ensure production schedules are achieved.
• Provide detailed handovers between shifts to maintain workflow and quality standards.
• Support milling, bench fitting and other manufacturing departments when required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Extensive experience programming and operating CNC machinery within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using CAD/CAM and offline programming systems.
• A recognised engineering apprenticeship, City & Guilds qualification or equivalent mechanical engineering qualification.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment and inspection techniques.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools such as 5S, Kaizen and Kanban.
• Good computer skills and experience working with manufacturing systems.
• A methodical approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Why Apply?

• Excellent benefits including bonus, enhanced pension, private medical care and more
• Join a respected and growing precision engineering business.
• Work with advanced machining and manufacturing technologies.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Varied and technically challenging work.
• Supportive team environment.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.

If you're an experienced CNC Programmer / Operator looking for your next challenge within a high-quality manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.