MACHINE SHOP PLANNER & PROGRAMMER

M-Sport; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport company in the UK is seeking a Machine Shop Planner & Programmer. In this role, you will create and manage CNC programs, plan complex machining operations, and work closely with teams to ensure high-performance standards. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 certificate in Machining or Mechanical Engineering and experience in CNC machining. Competitive benefits include a flexible working day, pension scheme, and discounted gym membership.

Benefits

Life assurance

Flexible working day

Company contributed pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Company healthcare plan

Long service awards

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC machining and machine shop operations.
• Strong MS Office skills.
• Communication skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage CNC programs using CAM software.
• Plan machining operations for complex parts.
• Select tooling and fixtures.
• Monitor production schedules.

Skills

CNC programming

Planning in high-precision environment

Technical drawing interpretation

Machining processes knowledge

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Level 3 certificate in Machining or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

M-Sport UK is at the cutting edge of global motorsport, with a proud and rich heritage of competing and winning at the highest levels. Our precision engineering and innovation set the pace. We’re expanding our in-house capabilities and are looking for a Machine Shop Planner & Programmer to join our precision-driven Machine Shop Department to help us deliver high-performance components to the highest standards. As a key member of our Machine Shop team, you’ll be responsible for the planning, programming, and optimisation of CNC machined components used across our motorsport programmes.

Responsibilities

• Creating and managing CNC programs using CAM software.
• Planning machining operations for complex parts, balancing quality, speed, and efficiency.
• Selecting appropriate tooling, fixtures, and cutting strategies.
• Working closely with Design, Production, and Quality teams to meet exacting motorsport standards.
• Monitoring production schedules and ensuring timely delivery of machined components.
• Driving continuous improvement across machining processes and workflows.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a self-motivated team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude. The ideal candidate will be:

• Educated to a Level 3 certificate or equivalent qualification in Machining or Mechanical Engineering.
• Confident in CNC programming and planning in a high-precision environment.
• Strong interpretation of technical drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Effective knowledge of machining processes, materials, and tolerances.
• Skilled in multitasking and prioritising workloads under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, and a keen eye for problem solving.
• Computer literate with strong MS Office skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in CNC machining and machine shop operations, preferably within motorsport, automotive, or precision engineering environment.

Why us

Operating a flourishing global motorsport business with state-of-the-art facilities at home and winning performances around the globe, M-Sport UK provide the engineering expertise behind an award-winning range of competition cars and has become an industry leader with success across some of the industry’s most acclaimed motorsport series.

The drive to deliver championship-winning machinery is what excites and strengthens our technical team; and our highly skilled team of Technicians and Engineers work closely through each phase of development to deliver maximum performance on the world stage.

We love what we do, and passion drives our success.

What we offer

Situated on the edge of the English Lake District National Park, M-Sport UK is unique in offering the fast-paced, high-octane, adrenaline-fuelled action expected from a career in International Motorsport mere minutes from the tranquillity of the Lakeland fells and all they have to offer in terms of recreation and wellbeing.

We also offer a range of employee benefits including: life assurance, a flexible working day, company contributed pension scheme, discounted gym membership, discount reward scheme, cycle to work scheme, company healthcare plan, long service awards, and an employee assistance programme. As well as a dedicated Work Culture Team with regular meetings, competitions and activities.