CNC Programmer

ProTech Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South London is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer & Setter to operate CNC lathes for producing precision components. You will create and adjust CNC programs and ensure components meet tight tolerances. Candidates should have over 3 years of CNC programming experience and competency in using various measuring tools. This contract initially lasts 3 months with the potential for permanent employment. Competitive pay of £20 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in CNC programming or setting.
• Ability to read and write Fanuc programs from scratch.
• Strong understanding of feeds, speeds, and cutting tools.

Responsibilities

• Create and adjust CNC programs.
• Set and operate sliding-head & fixed-head lathes.
• Manufacture components to tight tolerances.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setting

Reading engineering drawings

Operating sliding-head lathes

Use of measuring tools

Education

Engineering apprenticeship or HNC

Tools

Fanuc software

CAM software

Precision measuring equipment

Job description

Job Role: CNC Programmer & Setter

Location: South London

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 3 months initially - potential to join permanently

Pay: £20ph PAYE

Overview

We're looking for an experienced CNC Programmer & Setter to programme, set, and operate CNC lathes (sliding-head and fixed-head) to produce precision components to tight tolerances. You will manage setups independently, verify parts using precision measuring equipment, and support efficient machine performance - including unmanned running.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and adjust CNC programs at the control and via offline/CAM software.

• Set and operate sliding-head & fixed-head lathes (Star, Miyano, Citizen).

• Manufacture components to tight tolerances and conduct in-process inspection.

• Use verniers, micrometers, height gauges, and optical inspection tools.

Requirements

• 3+ years' experience in CNC programming/setting.

• Ability to read and write Fanuc programs from scratch.

• Strong understanding of feeds, speeds, and cutting tools.

• Confident in interpreting engineering drawings.

• Engineering apprenticeship or HNC preferred.

If this role is of interest to you, please forward your updated CV to [e-mail]