CNC Programmer/Operator - Day Shift

Solutions Engineering Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering recruitment firm in Blackburn is searching for a CNC Programmer/Operator for day shifts. The successful candidate will program and operate CNC machinery while ensuring precision and documentation for quality assurance. Key skills include on-machine programming and the ability to work with various materials. Competitive pay up to £20.00/hour depending on experience, along with 25 holiday days and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 holiday days

Pension contributions

Overtime pay

Qualifications

• Experience with on-machine programming.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with a variety of materials including alloys.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC machines from drawings and specifications.
• Select tooling and optimize machining methods.
• Conduct first-off and in-process checks.
• Maintain job records and engage in continuous improvement.

Skills

On-machine programming

CNC machining

First-off and in-process inspection

Education

Time-served apprenticeship

Tools

Heidenhain

HAAS

Mazak

FANUC

Job description

CNC Programmer/Operator - Day Shift

Location: Blackburn (BB1 2JU)

Shift: Days – Mon‑Thu 07:30‑16:30, Fri 07:30‑12:30 (39 hours)

Pay: Up to £20.00/hour DOE

Holidays: 25 days per year

Overtime: x1.3 Mon-Fri, x1.5 Sat, x2 Sun

Pension: 5% employee / 3% employer

Headcount: Hiring 2-3 on days

Company snapshot

Established subcontract engineering group with a wide mix of work. You'll see batches and one-offs across multiple industries, so on-machine programming is essential.

Role overview

Program at the machine from drawings, set and operate CNC machinery to deliver conforming parts efficiently. You'll own first-off, in-process checks and documentation, and contribute to continuous improvement on tooling and methods.

You’ll work with

• Controls: Heidenhain, HAAS, Mazak, or FANUC (on-machine programming essential)
• Materials: varied, including alloys
• Work types: batch production and one-offs

Key responsibilities

• Program at the control from drawings; set and operate to spec
• Select tooling/workholding; optimise feeds, speeds and methods
• Produce first-off and in-process inspection; maintain tight tolerances
• Complete clear job records and handovers
• Support housekeeping, 5S and safe working practices

Requirements

• Time-served apprenticeship o