CNC Programmer

CIRCOR International, Inc.; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 day working week

Life Cover: 2x Annual Salary

Pension: Employer’s & Employee’s

Competitive bonus scheme

Holiday allowance: 5 weeks

Medical insurance

Employee benefits portal

Social club

Job summary

Hale Hamilton (Valves) Limited, part of CIRCOR’s Global Navy Division, is seeking a CNC Programmer for its site in Uxbridge, Greater London. You will develop and maintain CNC programs, optimize tooling and processes, and collaborate with Production and Engineering to drive efficiency and quality.

The role requires strong CNC milling/programming skills, offline CAD/CAM programming, and familiarity with GD&T. Benefits include a 4-day week, life cover, pension, and a generous holiday allowance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in CNC programming, with a strong background in CNC milling and machining operations.
• Proficiency in offline programming using CAD/CAM package and confidence in supporting shop-floor machining activities
• Ability to analyse complex engineering drawings and GD&T specifications to ensure accurate manufacturing processes
• Strong problem-solving skills, a hands-on approach and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Experience in precision engineering and familiarity with ERP systems would be beneficial, although training will be provided

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CNC programmes using AlphaCAM
• Create efficient CNC milling programmes for both horizontal and vertical machining centres
• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, technical specifications and 3D solid models and develop work holding solutions
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting speeds and feeds to optimise machining performance
• Manufacture components to tight tolerances
• Collaborate closely with Production and Engineering teams to improve machining processes, increase efficiency and resolve technical challenges
• Create, maintain and optimise CNC programmes for a range of machining centres
• Assist the Machine Shop Supervisor with day-to-day operational activities as required
• Review, update and continuously improve existing CNC programmes to enhance productivity, quality and machining efficiency

Skills

CNC programming

CNC milling

GD&T

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Shop floor support

Tools

CAD/CAM package

ERP systems

Job description

CIRCOR International (NYSE – CIR) is one of the world’s leading providers of mission critical flow control products and services for the Industrial and Aerospace & Defence markets. The company has a product portfolio of market leading brands serving its customers’ most demanding applications. Headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, Circor has facilities in USA, Germany, France, UK (incl. Hale Hamilton), China, Morocco, UAE, Malaysia and India, has approximate annual sales of $800 million, 3200 employees and serves 14000 customers across approximately 100 countries.

Hale Hamilton (Valves) Limited, part of CIRCOR’s Global Navy Division, is a leading manufacturer of pressure and flow control solutions for application on various Submarine and Surface Ship platforms and for applications in Industrial segments such as Renewable Energy, Industrial Gas and Power.

For our location in Uxbridge, in the Greater London area, we are looking for a CNC Programmer.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CNC programmes using AlphaCAM
• Create efficient CNC milling programmes for both horizontal and vertical machining centres
• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, technical specifications and 3D solid models and develop work holding solutions
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting speeds and feeds to optimise machining performance
• Manufacture components to tight tolerances
• Collaborate closely with Production and Engineering teams to improve machining processes, increase efficiency and resolve technical challenges
• Create, maintain and optimise CNC programmes for a range of machining centres
• Assist the Machine Shop Supervisor with day-to-day operational activities as required
• Review, update and continuously improve existing CNC programmes to enhance productivity, quality and machining efficiency

Your profile

• Demonstrated experience in CNC programming, with a strong background in CNC milling and machining operations
• Proficiency in offline programming using CAD/CAM package and confidence in supporting shop-floor machining activities
• Ability to analyse complex engineering drawings and GD&T specifications to ensure accurate manufacturing processes
• Strong problem-solving skills, a hands‑on approach and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Experience in precision engineering and familiarity with ERP systems would be beneficial, although training will be provide

Our Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 - £41,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
• 4 day working week with Fridays off (37,5 hours per week)
• Life Cover: 2x Annual Salary
• Pension: Employer’s & Employee’s contribution
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Employer-only option salary exchange
• Generous holiday equivalent to 5 weeks holiday
• Medical insurance with an option to include as a payroll benefit
• A culture calendar to celebrate events
• Birthday lunch every month hosted by our Managing Director
• Employee benefits portal with discounts on many products
• Active social club – with regular events