Junior CNC Programmer - Woodworking Precision & Growth

Smith & Brown Cabinetmakers; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith & Brown Cabinetmakers is seeking a Junior CNC Programmer to join our team on site in the UK. You will translate architectural designs into optimized CNC programmes for Homag woodworking machinery, creating and refining programs from 2D drawings and 3D models.

Ideal candidates have at least one year in CNC programming within cabinetry, knowledge of G-code, and familiarity with WoodWOP or similar CAD/CAM tools.

Qualifications

• One year experience in CNC programming in a woodworking or cabinet-making environment.
• Experience operating and programming multi-axis Homag machining centres (BHC, Centateq or Weeke).
• Knowledge of woodworking and joinery materials (MDF, solid wood, laminates).
• Understanding of G-Code principles.
• Familiarity with Homag software (WoodWOP) or similar platforms; willingness to cross-train with Alphacam or Solidworx.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software for design review and program generation.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to precision and quality control.
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude for feeds, speeds and tolerances.
• Excellent communication to relay technical information to production team.

Responsibilities

• Translate designs into optimized machine programmes for Homag CNC machines.
• Create, edit, and refine CNC programmes based on 2D drawings and 3D models.
• Determine machining requirements, tooling and sequencing to achieve best results.
• Assist with machine setup, testing and test runs.
• Maintain tool libraries and ensure correct tool offsets and zero-points.

Skills

CNC programming

Woodworking

Homag CNC

G-Code

CAD/CAM

Precision

Analytical math

Communication

Education

CNC machining cert

Tools

WoodWOP

Alphacam

Solidworx

CutRite

Job description

Smith & Brown Cabinetmakers is seeking a Junior CNC Programmer to join our team on site in the UK. You will translate architectural designs into optimized CNC programmes for Homag woodworking machinery, creating and refining programs from 2D drawings and 3D models.

Ideal candidates have at least one year in CNC programming within cabinetry, knowledge of G-code, and familiarity with WoodWOP or similar CAD/CAM tools.