Machine Shop Supervisor — CNC Milling, Autonomy & Precision

Rubicon Recruitment Agency; Merley; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubicon Recruitment Agency is seeking a Machine Shop Supervisor for Christchurch, with a £45,000 salary and a role where precision and process count. Lead CNC milling programming, set up and run mills, and drive continuous improvement in a 5S oriented environment.

You will read engineering drawings, optimise CNC programs, and inspect components with micrometers, verniers and CMM, ensuring first-time right quality in aerospace/defence momentum projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience programming using EDGECAM CAD/CAM software.
• Experience using Heidenhain and Mazak CNC controls.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC milling machines using EDGECAM CAD/CAM software, online and offline.
• Set and operate CNC milling machines fitted with Heidenhain and Mazak controls.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, route cards and technical specifications accurately.
• Modify and optimise existing CNC programs to improve cycle times and machining performance.
• Inspect finished components using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, verniers and CMM equipment.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling and programming issues to minimise downtime.

Skills

CNC milling programming

Reading engineering drawings

Troubleshooting machining

Attention to detail

Tools

EDGECAM CAD/CAM

Heidenhain CNC controls

Mazak CNC controls

CMM

Micrometers

Verniers

Job description

Rubicon Recruitment Agency is seeking a Machine Shop Supervisor for Christchurch, with a £45,000 salary and a role where precision and process count. Lead CNC milling programming, set up and run mills, and drive continuous improvement in a 5S oriented environment.

You will read engineering drawings, optimise CNC programs, and inspect components with micrometers, verniers and CMM, ensuring first-time right quality in aerospace/defence momentum projects.