CNC Programmer Machinist

TipTopJob; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the investment casting industry is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer Machinist. The role involves programming and operating advanced CNC machinery, with responsibilities split between the CAD office and shop floor. Candidates should have a strong background in toolroom practices and experience with industry-standard CAM software. This full-time position offers competitive pay, benefits, and the chance to work on complex tooling projects.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Air-conditioned CAD office

Access to latest CAM software and hardware

Clean, tidy working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience with industry-standard CAM software.
• Skilled in setting and operating Hurco CNC machining centres.
• Proven ability to machine materials like aluminium, steel, brass, and copper.

Responsibilities

• Program 3- and 5-axis CAM cycles using HyperMILL or similar software.
• Set and operate Hurco machining centres.
• Fit, assemble, and build tools and fixtures in a precision engineering environment.

Skills

CNC programming

Toolroom practices

Manual milling techniques

Team collaboration

Tools

HyperMILL

Hurco CNC machining centres

Job description

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Location: Halesowen, B63 2QU

Salary: GBP 18 - GBP 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 specializes in designing and manufacturing wax and ceramic injection mould tools and fixturing for the investment casting industry. Their tools are used in aerospace and industrial gas turbine sectors.

Their manufacturing includes wax injection tooling from high-grade aluminium (6082 and 7075) and ceramic core tools from P20 and hardened D2 steel, CNC milled and EDM-machined to a mirror finish. They serve a global customer base across the USA, Europe, and South Asia.

The Role

Seeking an experienced Offline CNC Programmer / Machinist to join their team, involving responsibilities 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. The role also involves fitting, assembly, and building of tools and fixtures within a precision engineering environment.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience with industry-standard CAM software
• Skilled in setting and operating Hurco CNC machining centres
• Strong background in toolroom practices and manual milling techniques
• Proven ability to machine materials like aluminium, steel, brass, copper, graphite, and model board
• Team player with adaptability and collaboration skills

Preferred (Advantageous But Not Essential)

• Experience with HyperMILL CAM software (training available)
• Knowledge of mould tool design and operation
• Experience with wax and ceramic injection mould tools for investment casting

Benefits

• 25 days holiday
• Company pension scheme
• Air-conditioned CAD office
• Access to latest CAM software and hardware
• Use of advanced 3- and 5-axis machining centres
• Clean, tidy working environment
• Involvement in complex tooling projects

If interested, please apply to join this reputable company.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology