Lead CNC Programmer

Pertemps Solihull; Shirley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Solihull is seeking an experienced Lead CNC Programmer to join our manufacturing team in Solihull on a Temp to Perm basis. You will program, set and operate CNC milling machines and mentor apprentices on the shop floor.

The role focuses on producing precise components safely, troubleshooting issues, interpreting drawings, and driving quality, continuous improvement and right-first-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in CNC milling programming, setting and operating.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Good knowledge of machining processes, tooling and materials.
• Experience with manual machinery and hand tools.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work safely, independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and confidence sharing technical knowledge.
• Ability to mentor apprentices and developing engineers.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety and right-first-time results.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC milling machines to produce precision components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Work with a range of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Ensure components meet required tolerances and timescales.
• Support and supervise trainee setups, encouraging practical problem-solving skills.
• Mentor apprentices and less experienced team members, sharing technical knowledge and best practice.
• Set and operate manual machinery and use a range of hand tools.
• Troubleshoot machining and manufacturing issues.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and maintain equipment appropriately.
• Work independently and as part of a wider manufacturing team.
• Communicate effectively with CNC setters, operators, supervisors and the Manufacturing Manager.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety.
• Contribute to improvements in productivity, safety and product quality.
• Maintain 6S standards and promote a right-first-time approach.

Skills

CNC milling programming

CNC milling setting

CNC milling operating

Reading drawings

Machining processes

Tooling knowledge

Manual machinery

Problem-solving

Mentor apprentices

Continuous improvement

Right-first-time

Tools

Manual machinery and hand tools

Job description

Lead CNC Programmer

Location: Solihull

Opportunity: Temp to Perm

Hours: 39 hours per week

Working Hours: Static Day shift

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Lead CNC Programmer to join our manufacturing team in Solihull on a Temp to Perm basis.

This hands-on role combines CNC milling programming, setting and operating with mentoring and supporting apprentices as they develop their engineering skills.

You will be responsible for producing high-quality precision components safely and efficiently, while providing technical support on the shop floor, troubleshooting manufacturing issues and contributing to a culture of quality, continuous improvement and skills development.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC milling machines to produce precision components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Work with a range of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Ensure components meet required tolerances and timescales.
• Support and supervise trainee setups, encouraging practical problem-solving skills.
• Mentor apprentices and less experienced team members, sharing technical knowledge and best practice.
• Set and operate manual machinery and use a range of hand tools.
• Troubleshoot machining and manufacturing issues.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and maintain equipment appropriately.
• Work independently and as part of a wider manufacturing team.
• Communicate effectively with CNC setters, operators, supervisors and the Manufacturing Manager.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety.
• Contribute to improvements in productivity, safety and product quality.
• Maintain 6S standards and promote a right-first-time approach.

What We're Looking For

• Strong experience in CNC milling programming, setting and operating.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Good knowledge of machining processes, tooling and materials.
• Experience with manual machinery and hand tools.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work safely, independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and confidence sharing technical knowledge.
• Ability to mentor apprentices and developing engineers.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety and right-first-time results.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC professional to take on a lead technical role with the potential to move into a permanent position.

You will use your machining expertise to solve technical challenges, improve manufacturing processes and support apprentices as they build their skills and confidence.

If you are an experienced CNC Milling Programmer looking for a Temp to Perm opportunity where you can use your technical expertise while developing future engineering talent, we would love to hear from you.