CNC Programmer

White Recruitment Construction; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Portsmouth is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join their machining department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CNC milling and Heidenhain programming, with a minimum of 4 years' experience. This role allows you to work with modern equipment and complex components in a supportive and collaborative team atmosphere. High standards of work and continuous development opportunities are emphasized.

Benefits

Stable and growing business

Modern equipment access

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Time-Served Machinist.
• Strong understanding of machining techniques.
• Competent in on-machine and offline programming.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, precision-machined components.
• Create, load, edit and save CNC programs using Heidenhain controls.
• Self-inspect your own work and ensure safe working practices.

Skills

CNC milling

Heidenhain programming

CAM programming

Engineering drawing interpretation

Tool condition monitoring

Critical feature self-inspection

Well-organised

Teamwork

Tools

Heidenhain controls

Powermill

Job description

CNC Programmer

We’re supporting a well-established engineering and manufacturing business in their search for an experienced CNC Miller with strong Heidenhain programming experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a Time-Served Machinist who takes pride in high-precision work and wants to join a dependable, collaborative team.

The Role

As a key member of the machining department, you will:

• Meet exacting customer requirements and deliver high-quality, precision-machined components.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

• Create, load, edit and save CNC programs using Heidenhain controls.

• Set tooling, establish work piece datums and plan machining methods for efficient production.

• Monitor tool condition, make adjustments where needed and maintain exceptional housekeeping standards.

• Self-inspect your own work and ensure safe working practices at all times.

Skills & Experience Required

• Time-Served Machinist with minimum 4 years’ experience.

• Strong understanding of machining techniques and CNC milling.

• Competent in programming on-machine and offline.

• Heidenhain programming experience – essential.

• CAM programming experience essential; Powermill highly desirable.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and self-inspect critical features.

• Experience producing complex parts to tight tolerances.

• Knowledge of mould tools is an advantage.

• Well-organised, dependable, and able to work on your own initiative.

• Strong team player with the ability to build effective working relationships.

Why Apply?

• Join a stable, growing engineering business.

• Work with modern equipment and complex, interesting components.

• Supportive culture with high standards and opportunities to develop.

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