CNC Toolmaker & Programmer Engineer

DK Recruitment Ltd; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DK Recruitment Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Production Toolmaker/Programmer Engineer to set up, run and control processes while supporting staff to meet targets for cost, quality and timeliness.

You will offline modify and write CNC programs, design tooling and work holding, and order tooling as required, ensuring accurate records and effective problem solving within the Cell. Apprentice-trained, time-served toolmakers with CNC programming experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Apprentice trained and time served Toolmaker/Programmer.
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Extensive CNC programming experience with machine-specific training provided as required.
• Knowledge of speeds and feeds, tool holders and cutters, and work holding design.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and control processes as instructed by the Leader.
• Draw materials, tooling and documentation from storage for setup.
• Offline modify CNC programs for changes in material size and tooling.
• Write offline new CNC programs for established product styles.
• Order external tooling and design tooling as required with engineering teams.
• Maintain accurate records and report problems to the Team Leader.
• Communicate process capability issues to the Cell Leader and colleagues.

Skills

Toolmaker/Programmer

CNC programming

Reading drawings

Speeds and feeds

Holder selection

Work holding design

Program optimisation

Machinery understanding

Job description

DK Recruitment Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Production Toolmaker/Programmer Engineer to set up, run and control processes while supporting staff to meet targets for cost, quality and timeliness.

You will offline modify and write CNC programs, design tooling and work holding, and order tooling as required, ensuring accurate records and effective problem solving within the Cell. Apprentice-trained, time-served toolmakers with CNC programming experience are preferred.