Senior CNC Technician - NPI & Process Improvement

Hewett Recruitment; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Technician to join the Production team in Tewkesbury. The role focuses on supporting new product introductions and improving machining processes. Key responsibilities include technical support, coaching, and ensuring high-quality production output. Candidates should have strong CNC knowledge, proficiency in CAD/CAM programs, and the ability to work in a fast-paced engineering environment. This position offers up to £45,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship with qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Significant hands-on CNC machining experience, preferably with multi-axis machinery.
• Proven capability in precision engineered components.

Responsibilities

• Perform NPI setups and ensure smooth introduction of new products.
• Apply process improvements to optimise productivity and efficiency.
• Provide technical support and leadership to setter-operators on shift.

Skills

CNC machine capabilities

Control languages

CAD/CAM (HyperMill, SolidWorks)

Coaching and mentoring teams

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

HyperMill

SolidWorks

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Technician to join the Production team in Tewkesbury. The role focuses on supporting new product introductions and improving machining processes. Key responsibilities include technical support, coaching, and ensuring high-quality production output. Candidates should have strong CNC knowledge, proficiency in CAD/CAM programs, and the ability to work in a fast-paced engineering environment. This position offers up to £45,000 annually.