Cnc Programmer

Cooper Lomaz Recruitment Services Ltd; Maldon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Lomaz Recruitment Services Ltd is actively seeking a skilled CNC Programmer/Setter for an on-site position in Maldon. You will programme, set and prepare CNC milling jobs, ensuring components are manufactured to drawing specifications.

The role requires writing programmes from scratch, interpreting drawings, tolerances and inspections, and selecting tooling and cutting conditions to maintain quality and productivity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in CNC programming and setting.
• Proven ability to write CNC programs from scratch.
• Confident working from engineering drawings with minimal supervision.
• Strong understanding of tolerances and inspection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Programme and set CNC milling machines using Siemens ShopMill.
• Write CNC programmes from scratch from drawings.
• Interpret technical drawings, tolerances and specifications.
• Set up and prove out jobs with appropriate tooling and cutting conditions.
• Prepare jobs for machine operators to run independently.
• Check and inspect own work to ensure parts meet requirements.
• Manage workload and maintain high quality standards.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setting

Siemens ShopMill

Reading drawings

Tolerance interpretation

Tooling selection

Machining processes

Tools

Siemens ShopMill

Job description

CNC Programmer / Setter

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting and preparing CNC milling jobs, ensuring components are manufactured accurately and efficiently to drawing specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme and set CNC milling machines using Siemens ShopMill.
• Write CNC programmes from scratch, working from engineering drawings with minimal supervision.
• Accurately interpret technical drawings, tolerances and specifications.
• Set up and prove out jobs, ensuring tooling, programmes and cutting conditions are suitable.
• Prepare jobs for machine operators to run independently.
• Check and inspect your own work to ensure components meet drawing requirements.
• Select appropriate tooling and machining strategies.
• Apply a strong understanding of machining processes, feeds, speeds and cutting conditions.
• Manage your own workload and priorities while maintaining high standards of quality.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in CNC programming and setting.
• Strong experience with Siemens ShopMill.
• Proven ability to write CNC programmes from scratch.
• Confident working independently from engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of technical drawings, tolerances and inspection requirements.
• Experience setting up jobs for machine operators to run independently.
• Good knowledge of machining processes, tooling and cutting conditions.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a high standard of quality and accuracy