CNC Programmer and Prototype Machinist

DCA; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly organized CNC Machinist to join their dynamic team. This role involves programming and operating advanced CNC machines, producing intricate parts from various materials, and ensuring high-quality standards. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with project managers and engineers. With a commitment to safety and continuous improvement, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects while enjoying a supportive workplace culture. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your skills and encourages professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary with paid overtime

22 days holiday plus additional days

37-hour workweek with half-day on Fridays

Annual discretionary profit-related bonus

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Paid parking permit

Activities and social fund

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CNC programming and operating 3-axis and 5-axis machines.
• Self-motivation and initiative within a small CNC team.

Responsibilities

• Programming and operating CNC machines to produce high-accuracy parts.
• Assisting with cost data collection and supporting project managers.

Skills

CNC Programming

3-axis Machining

5-axis Machining

Time Management

Health and Safety Awareness

Manual Machining

Problem Solving

CAM Software Proficiency

Microsoft Office 365

Tools

Hypermill

Lathe

Manual Mill

Surface Grinder

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and professional CNC Machinist with proven experience in programming and operating 3-axis and 5-axis machines, to work for a successful, forward-thinking organisation that offers an informal, friendly, yet professional and hardworking environment.

This role reports directly to the Technical Director, but the successful applicant will work closely with workshop colleagues as well as DCA's project managers, designers, and engineers.

Duties and responsibilities include:

1. Programming and operating 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machines.
2. Producing one-off or low volume prototype parts, often small, complex components using materials such as stainless steel, aluminium, brass, and engineering plastics.
3. Approaching each job with efficiency and creativity, selecting appropriate machining strategies and programming cycles.
4. Producing parts to high accuracy, taking responsibility for work quality and checking the end results.
5. Assisting with external cost data collection related to CNC machining to support the departmental budget.
6. Operating manual machines including lathe, manual mill, and surface grinder.
7. Renewing and supervising maintenance contracts for CNC and manual machines.
8. Performing scheduled machine and workshop maintenance tasks as per health and safety guidelines.
9. Setting machines for unattended operation, often overnight, using pallet loaders.
10. Supporting project managers with quoting, proposing solutions, and estimating machining timeframes.
11. Participating in quarterly workshop forums, contributing actively, and completing assigned actions timely.
12. Raising health and safety concerns with the Health and Safety Manager.
13. Ensuring workshop equipment is calibrated and available for off-site calibration when needed.
14. Maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe work environment in collaboration with the Facilities team.
15. Delivering SWP training on equipment such as pillar drills, bandsaws, and disc sanders, as well as new equipment as trained.
16. Adhering to company health and safety policies and procedures.
17. Promoting safety awareness and supporting colleagues in machinery operation.
18. Willingness to learn new machining strategies and seek improvements in CNC services.
19. Undertaking additional tasks as reasonably assigned by the DCA Board.

Personal specification

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Self-motivation and initiative within a small CNC team.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with versatility and workload prioritisation abilities.
• A strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Rapid learning ability for new skills and knowledge.
• Awareness of health and safety, including risk assessments and safe practices.
• Proven skills in programming and CNC machining.
• Confidence in using CAM offline programming software; experience with Hypermill is advantageous.
• Experience with manual lathes, milling machines, and CNC machines.
• Essential 3-axis experience; 5-axis experience is highly desirable.
• Heidenhain programming experience is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with paid overtime.
• 22 days holiday plus additional days for long service, up to 32 days.
• 37-hour workweek with half-day on Fridays.
• Annual discretionary profit-related bonus.
• Additional fixed holiday bonuses in July and December (totaling 3% of base pay).
• Pension scheme.
• Convenient Warwick town centre location.
• Activities and social fund supporting various sports and trips.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Paid parking permit.