CNC programmer

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A CNC Programmer role at Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in Maidstone involves creating, optimizing and validating CNC programs to support precision component production. You will work with CAM/CAD tools to translate CAD models into efficient milling strategies.

The role requires hands-on experience with PowerMILL CAM programming and Autodesk CAD/CAM workflows, plus a solid grasp of GD&T and multi-axis machining.

Qualifications

• 2+ years CNC programming experience.
• Proficient in PowerMILL CAM programming and simulation.
• Experience with Autodesk CAD/CAM workflows.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, tooling and speeds/feeds.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and apply GD&T.
• Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with multi-axis (3-5 axis) machining.
• Familiarity with post-processing and G-code optimization.

Responsibilities

• Produce and optimize CNC programs for milling operations to meet specs and targets.
• Use PowerMILL to generate and simulate toolpaths, ensuring efficient, collision-free programs.
• Use Autodesk software to work from CAD models and prepare files for CAM.
• Translate drawings and GD&T into accurate machining strategies.
• Select tooling, parameters and revise programs based on feedback.
• Simulate, test and troubleshoot programs on machines; support setup and first-off inspection.
• Collaborate with production, quality and engineering to improve processes and reduce cycle times.
• Maintain program documentation and revision control.

Skills

PowerMILL CAM programming

Autodesk CAD/CAM workflows

GD&T reading

Multi-axis machining (3-5 axis)

G-code optimization

Post-processing

Machine shop experience (setup)

Team collaboration

Tools

PowerMILL

Autodesk Inventor/Fusion 360/AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join a fast-paced manufacturing team. The successful candidate will create, optimize, and validate CNC programs to support production of precision components, using industry-leading CAM/CAD tools.

Key responsibilities

• - Produce and optimize CNC programs for milling operations to meet print specifications and production targets
• - Use PowerMILL to generate and simulate toolpaths, ensuring efficient, collision-free programs
• - Use Autodesk software (e.g., Inventor, Fusion 360 or AutoCAD) to work from CAD models and prepare files for CAM
• - Translate engineering drawings and GD&T into accurate machining strategies
• - Select tooling, cutting parameters, feeds and speeds; revise programs based on material and process feedback
• - Simulate, test and troubleshoot programs on machines; support setup and first-off inspections
• - Collaborate with production, quality and engineering to improve processes and reduce cycle times
• - Maintain program documentation and revision control

Essential skills and experience

• - Minimum 2 years' hands‑on CNC programming experience
• - Proven experience using PowerMILL for CAM programming and simulation
• - Experience with Autodesk products for CAD/CAM workflows
• - Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, tooling and cutting parameters
• - Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and apply GD&T
• - Problem‑solving mindset, attention to detail and commitment to quality
• - Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• - Experience with multi‑axis (3-5 axis) machining
• - Familiarity with post‑processing and G-code optimization
• - Practical machine shop experience (setup/operators) is a plus

What we offer

• - Competitive salary and benefits package
• - Opportunity to work with modern CAM/CAD tools and precision machining equipment
• - Supportive team environment with opportunities for training and development