CNC Technician

Hewett Recruitment; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Technician to join the Production team in Tewkesbury. The role focuses on supporting new product introductions and improving machining processes. Key responsibilities include technical support, coaching, and ensuring high-quality production output. Candidates should have strong CNC knowledge, proficiency in CAD/CAM programs, and the ability to work in a fast-paced engineering environment. This position offers up to £45,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship with qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Significant hands-on CNC machining experience, preferably with multi-axis machinery.
• Proven capability in precision engineered components.

Responsibilities

• Perform NPI setups and ensure smooth introduction of new products.
• Apply process improvements to optimise productivity and efficiency.
• Provide technical support and leadership to setter-operators on shift.

Skills

CNC machine capabilities

Control languages

CAD/CAM (HyperMill, SolidWorks)

Coaching and mentoring teams

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

HyperMill

SolidWorks

Job description

CNC Technician

Location: Tewkesbury
Department: Production
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Reports To: Shift Supervisor & Engineering Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled CNC Technician to join our Production team. This is a production‑led role with a strong focus on supporting Engineering in the introduction of new products (NPI) and improving existing machining processes. You will act as the on‑shift technical authority, providing hands‑on support, problem solving, coaching, and process optimisation across a multi‑axis CNC machining environment.

Working closely with Production and Engineering, you will help ensure that all engineering requirements are fully realised, implemented, and continuously improved‑driving quality, efficiency, and machine utilisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC professional who enjoys technical problem solving, mentoring others, and contributing to process excellence in a fast‑moving precision engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform NPI setups and ensure smooth introduction of new products
• Apply process improvements to optimise productivity and efficiency
• Make approved edits to CNC programs and CAM files in line with engineering requirements
• Provide technical support and leadership to setter‑operators on shift
• Coach and mentor machinists to improve capability and consistency
• Ensure safe and efficient running of shift equipment, following best practices
• Identify and resolve machining issues using structured problem‑solving techniques
• Maximise machine utilisation while maintaining quality and compliance
• Self‑inspect work using precision measurement tools
• Support the Control of Non‑Conforming Outputs process (QP‑009) and raise NCRs as required
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production and Quality to support continuous improvement activities

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Extensive knowledge of CNC machine capabilities, control languages, tooling and production processes
• Strong understanding of materials, tolerances, and quality standards (GD&T essential)
• Proficient in CAD/CAM – ideally HyperMill for programming and SolidWorks for modelling
• Confident editing CNC programs and working with multi‑axis machinery
• Ability to measure, self‑inspect and verify critical dimensions
• Strong knowledge of programming codes and machining principles
• Capable of coaching and developing teams in a precision machining environment
• Understanding of process change management and production planning

Experience & Qualifications

• Time‑served apprenticeship with qualifications in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Significant hands‑on CNC machining experience (multi‑axis preferred)
• Strong background working with complex, difficult‑to‑machine materials
• Proven capability in precision engineered components
• Previous New Product Introduction (NPI) experience (preferred but not essential)

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communicator with strong organisational skills
• Results‑driven with the ability to influence, challenge and drive performance
• Proactive, analytical, and confident in problem solving
• Able to work independently while supporting wider teams
• Comfortable in fast‑paced environments with varying priorities
• Flexible and ready to take on ad‑hoc projects as required

Additional Requirements

• Compliance with all Health & Safety, Security, and company procedures
• Ability to take on any reasonable additional tasks required by the business

Key Performance Indicators

• Full compliance with internal SQDCP KPIs
• Delivery of engineering solutions on time and to required specification
• Effective collaboration with operations and engineering teams

How to Apply

If you are an experienced CNC Technician looking for a role where you can have real technical influence and contribute to high‑quality engineering output, we would love to hear from you.