CNC Programmer Machinist

Smiley & Co, Ltd.; Halesowen; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based engineering company is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer / Machinist to join their team in Halesowen. The successful candidate will have a strong background in CNC programming using HyperMILL and operate Hurco machining centres. This hybrid role involves both technical office work and hands-on shop floor responsibilities, ideal for a team player passionate about precision engineering.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Access to latest CAM software & hardware

Clean and tidy working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience with CAM software.
• Experience with Hurco CNC machines.
• Strong manual milling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Programming and operating CNC machines.
• Fitting, assembling, and building tools and fixtures.
• Working in both CAD office and shop floor (50/50).

Skills

Programming 3- and 5-axis CAM cycles

Setting and operating Hurco CNC machining centres

Toolroom practices

Machining various materials

Job description

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CNC Programmer / Machinist

Location: Halesowen, B63 2QU

Salary: £18 £22 per hour (Depending on experience and capability) (Overtime paid at 1.33x (Monday to Friday).

Hours: 39 hours per week

Established in 2007, our client specialises in the design and manufacture of wax and ceramic injection mould tools and fixturing for the investment casting industry. Their tools are used in the production of components for aerospace and industrial gas turbine (IGT) sectors.

They manufacture wax injection tooling from high-grade aluminium (6082 & 7075), ranging from basic split tools to advanced multi-slide systems with pneumatic ejection. Their ceramic core tools, typically made from P20 and hardened D2 steel, are CNC milled and EDM-machined, then polished to a mirror finish.

They serve a global customer base across the USA, Europe, and South Asia.

The Role

They are seeking an experienced Offline CNC Programmer / Machinist to join their team. This role involves a balanced split of responsibilities, working both in the CAD office and on the shop floor (50/50).

The ideal candidate will be proficient in programming 3- and 5-axis CAM cycles using HyperMILL (or similar software) and setting and operating Hurco machining centres.

In addition to CNC duties, the successful applicant will also be involved in the fitting, assembly, and build of tools and fixtures. This is a hands-on role within a precision engineering environment.

Essential

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience using an industry-standard CAM software package.
• Skilled in setting and operating Hurco CNC machining centres.
• Strong background in toolroom practices and manual milling techniques.
• Proven ability to machine various materials, including aluminium (primarily), steel, brass, copper, graphite, and model board.
• Team player with the ability to learn, adapt, and collaborate effectively with colleagues, respecting established company processes.
  
  

Preferred (Advantageous But Not Essential)

• Experience with HyperMILL CAM software (training can be provided).
• Knowledge of mould tool design, function, and operation.
• Experience working with wax and ceramic injection mould tools and related fixturing, particularly for the investment casting industry.
  
  

Benefits

• 25 days holiday
• Company pension scheme
• Air-conditioned CAD office
• Access to the latest CAM software & computer hardware
• Access to the latest 3 & 5 axis machining centres
• Clean and tidy working environment
• Involvement in complex and technically interesting tooling projects
  
  

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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