CNC Router Programmer/Operator

Express Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a CNC Router Programmer & Operator to join a precision engineering firm. The role involves programming and operating CNC machinery to produce high-quality components. Candidates should have strong CNC machining experience and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. The position offers a salary of £27,500 per annum with excellent benefits including annual leave, pension contributions, and flexible work hours.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + public holidays

5% employee / 4% employer pension

Death in service x2 salary

Monthly prize draw

Qualifications

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Skilled in using CNC machine controls and CAM software.
• Understanding of machining behaviours for materials such as aluminium, steels, and plastics.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, and optimise CNC programs from technical drawings and CAD models.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate CNC router machines, ensuring accuracy and alignment.
• Conduct first-off and in-process inspections using precise measurement tools.

Skills

CNC machine controls

CAM software

Metrology equipment

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or HNC/HND in engineering discipline

Job description

Do you have experience operating CNC machinery and programming using CAD/CAM? Our client are a leading organisation within the precision engineering and manufacturing sector, producing high-quality components for a range of specialist industries.

Due to ongoing growth and investment in their production capabilities, they are looking to recruit a CNC Router Programmer & Operator to join their busy and well-equipped machine shop.

The successful candidate will have strong experience in CNC machining, a solid understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T, and the capability to create, optimise and run CNC programs to tight tolerances.

This role offers flexible start times between 7am – 8:30am and early Friday finish options; with a great benefits package of, 25days annual leave + stats, 5% employee / 4% employer pension, death in service x2 of salary and a monthly price draw.

• Create, develop and optimise CNC programs from technical drawings and CAD models
• Set up, calibrate and operate CNC router machines, ensuring accuracy and alignment
• Conduct first-off and in-process inspections using precise measurement tools
• Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust programs, tooling or setups accordingly
• Maintain a safe, tidy work area and collaborate with production and engineering teams

Skills & Experience

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T and CAD models
• Skilled in using CNC machine controls, CAM software and metrology equipment
• Understanding of machining behaviours for materials such as aluminium, steels and plastics
• Time-served apprenticeship or HNC/HND (or equivalent) within an engineering discipline
• Excellent attention to detail, communication skills and the ability to work independently

Vacancy Summary

Hours: Full Time
Salary: £27,500 per annum
Location: Castle Donington
Job Type: Permanent

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.