CNC Programmer

Team Jobs - Engineering; Poole; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Recognition awards

Christmas celebration

Career development

Continuous improvement

Job summary

Team Jobs - Engineering is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join our Poole-based precision engineering team supporting high-spec aerospace and defence projects. The role focuses on hands-on NPI, process optimisation, and generating CNC programmes for 3, 4 and 5-axis machines.

You will create and prove programmes using CAD/CAM software, develop tooling strategies, and collaborate with Quality and Production to ensure robust process control and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or HNC/HND in mechanical, manufacturing or aerospace engineering.
• Proven experience in precision engineering environment, preferably aerospace/defence.
• Strong understanding of milling and turning processes.
• Experience generating CNC programmes for 3, 4 and 5-axis machines.

Responsibilities

• Create and prove CNC programmes using CAD/CAM software.
• Develop manufacturing processes, tooling strategies, and production routings.
• Produce setup sheets, tooling plans, and process documentation.
• Support new product introduction and process validation activities.
• Work with Quality and Production to ensure robust process control.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives, cost reduction projects, and productivity improvements.
• Support root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Machining

CNC Programming

3-5 Axis Programming

Reading Drawings

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Fusion 360

Job description

CNC Programmer

Poole

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum.

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer & CNC Programmer to join a growing precision engineering business supporting high‑specification aerospace and defence projects.

This is a hands‑on role focused on new product introduction, process optimisation, and the generation of CNC programmes for 3, 4 and 5‑axis machine tools.

CNC Programmer - Key Responsibilities

• Create and prove CNC programmes using CAD/CAM software.
• Develop manufacturing processes, tooling strategies, and production routings.
• Produce setup sheets, tooling plans, and process documentation.
• Support new product introduction and process validation activities.
• Work closely with Quality and Production teams to ensure robust process control.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives, cost reduction projects, and productivity improvements.
• Support root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.

CNC Programmer - Requirements

• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Proven experience within a precision engineering manufacturing environment, ideally aerospace or defence.
• Strong understanding of machining processes including milling and turning.
• Experience generating CNC programmes for 3, 4 and 5‑axis CNC machine tools.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience with Fusion 360 or similar CAD/CAM software desirable.
• Green Belt and project management experience advantageous.

CNC Programmer - What We Offer

• Salary up to £50,000 per annum.
• Company gym membership.
• Monthly employee recognition awards.
• Annual Christmas celebration.
• Career development opportunities within a growing engineering business.
• The chance to play a key role in continuous improvement and new product introduction activities.