CNC Programmer

Nicholas Associates Group; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing solutions provider in Kirkby-in-Ashfield is seeking a CNC Programmer. The role offers competitive pay rates of up to £26.81 per hour for nights and involves programming from technical drawings. Candidates should have CNC Milling experience and the ability to work with various controls, such as Heidenhain or Siemens. Flexible working options are available, making this an exciting opportunity for skilled professionals.

Qualifications

• Previous CNC Milling experience required.
• Ability to program/edit online at the machine.
• Competent at reading and interpreting technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Work in modern manufacturing facilities.
• Join the milling section as a CNC Programmer.
• Program online at the machine from a drawing.

Skills

CNC Milling experience

Programming from drawings

Reading technical drawings

Education

Time served engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Heidenhain

Mazatrol

Siemens

Fanuc

Job description

• Job Location: Kirkby-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
• Job Type: Permanent
• Salary: £18.55 - £26.81 per hour + + OT = earnings of £50k and upwards
• Posted on: 31st Jul 2025
• Job Reference: JN -062025-62911_1753954596

Are you a CNC Miller who can program online at the machine from a drawing?

Do you want to earn up to £20.16 per hour for days? (£26.81 per hour should you want to work nights)

If so then please read on.

The Basics:

Position: Permanent

Location: Kirkby in Ashfield

Days only: Mon-Thurs (7.30am to 4.30pm) and Fridays (7.30am-12.30pm)

OR

Days & Nights rotating: Mon-Thurs (7.30am to 4.30pm) and Fridays (7.30am-12.30pm), rotating every 2 weeks with Mon-Wed 8:30pm to 7am and Thurs 8:30pm to 6am.

Contracted hours per week: 39hrs

Level 1: £16.97 per hour for days and £22.57 per hour for nights

Level 2: £17.77 per hour for days and £23.63 per hour for nights

Level 3: £18.55 per hour for days and £24.67 per hour for nights

Level 4: £19.36 per hour for days and £25.74 per hour for nights

Level 5: £20.16 per hour for days and £26.81 per hour for nights

Overtime: Paid at x1.5

Overview:

Working in modern, purpose-built manufacturing facilities we now require a CNC Programmer to join the milling section.

The ideal candidate / CNC Programmer may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

• Time served engineering apprenticeship
• Must have previous CNC Milling experience - programming from drawing online at the machine.
• Be able to program/edit online at the machine - Heidenhain, Mazatrol, Siemens, Fanuc controls all considered.
• Competent at reading and interpreting technical drawings

Commutable from: Kirkby in Ashfield, Alfreton, Mansfield, Derby, Ilkeston, Clay Cross and surrounding areas.

If you are interested in the CNC Programmer role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

For more information on this vacancy please contact uson 01332360055.