Senior CAM Engineer

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension (8% employer contribution)

25 days holiday entitlement

Life Assurance

Paid Sick Leave

Employee discount platform

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc in Cornwall is seeking a skilled professional for a permanent role in CAM programming. You will be responsible for creating, modifying, and verifying programs for CNC machines while ensuring compliance with industry standards and supporting production processes.

Ideal candidates will have a formal engineering apprenticeship or equivalent experience, proficiency in SolidWorks, and at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical sector. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Experience using SolidWorks required.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create and verify CAM programs for various CNC machines.
• Prepare and control detailed drawings and production documents.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

CAM programming for CNC Milling machines

SolidWorks

2D & 3D CAD software

Interpreting Engineering drawings

Conventional toolroom machinery

Education

Formal engineering apprenticeship to NVQ3 level or equivalent

Higher National Certificate in Engineering Discipline

Tools

CNC machines

Measuring equipment

Job description

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Competitive + annual bonus

Benefits: Pension (8% employer contribution), 25 days holiday entitlement (plus 8 public holidays), Life Assurance, paid Sick Leave, employee discount platform + more

Hours: Days - 7.45am – 3.20pm + early Friday finish (36 hour week)

Location: Cornwall, CON, GB

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life‑saving and life‑enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

In this role, you will create, modify and verify CAM programs, whilst supporting CAD activity, for the manufacture and repair of elastomer & plastic moulds, press‑tools and other tooling components.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Creation, modification and verification of 3, 4 & 5‑axis programs and supporting information, for a range of processes, machine tools and CNC control programming languages
• Preparation, issuing and control of detailed 2D drawings, 3D models and associated production documentation in accordance with global industry standards and expectations
• Utilise and support CNC machine tool network
• Create and control processes in order to accurately convey drawing and production information to all other departments
• Prepare and collate job packs to distribute to other departments
• Record construction information and feedback from production for quality purposes, process development and resolve issues and prevent future occurrences
• Comply with all corporate and local site Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, procedures and regulations
• Interface with and provide technical support to Global Design team and site production staff
• Comply with all machine instructions and ensure proper use of equipment and assets
• Comply with all process work instructions, control plans, maintenance and safety schedules
• Act in accordance with the Company’s Code of Conduct and Guiding Principles
• Report any near miss accidents, incidents or HSE irregularities and prevent future occurrences
• Carry out HSE and Workplace Inspections
• Ensure that your work area(s) are always kept clean and tidy
• Ensure your PPE is used and maintained correctly
• Demonstrate and use a proactive mindset in order to actively develop processes to increase automation and utilization of equipment
• Develop programs to ensure maximum machine efficiency through the use of machine automation

Education

• Required: Formal engineering apprenticeship to NVQ3 level/City and Guilds or equivalent relevant work experience
• Desirable: Higher National Certificate in Engineering Discipline

Work Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience. Prior manufacturing experience in an industrial setting required
• Experience using SolidWorks required
• Pharmaceutical industry experience is desirable

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Experience in CAM programming for CNC Milling machines (3, 4 & 5‑axis)
• Extensive experience in 2D & 3D CAD software and drawing/design activities
• Extensive experience using measuring equipment
• Extensive experience interpreting Engineering drawings
• Experience of modern cutting tools and techniques
• Experience in conventional toolroom machinery (mills, lathes, surface grinders)
• Proficient PC use

Desirable:

• Experience in CAM programming for CNC Lathes, Grinders, EDM and WEDM
• Experience in CAD/CAM applications and support applications
• Experience in programming, setting & operation of CNC machines (incl. Heidenhain, Fanuc & Mazatrol control programming languages)
• Experience in elastomer mould, plastic mould and press‑tool manufacture
• Knowledge and experience of other toolroom machinery (cylindrical grinders, EDM, WEDM)
• Experience of “Lean Manufacturing” techniques
• Experience in Offline programming & part verification

Travel Requirements

5%: Up to 13 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Sedentary – Exerting up to 10 lbs/4 kg of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

What we Offer

Continuous Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill‑certification initiatives.

Global Career Opportunities: With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia‑Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross‑functional collaboration.

Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion—where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment.

Recognition & Rewards: Performance‑based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives celebrate dedication and impact.

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post‑offer background screening.