CNC Mill/Turn Programmer Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Sector: Aerospace Engineering Salary: £19 Hourly (£39,520) Overtime (1.3) About Us: My client is a leading name in the aerospace sector. For over 40 years, they have specialised in the precision manufacture of gear, splined, and threaded components for world-class customers such as Rolls Royce, Eaton, Collins Aerospace, Safran Power Systems, and Meggitt. You’ll be working in a modern manufacturing environment where skilled engineers produce complex components to tight tolerances for high-profile aerospace programmes. The Opportunity: We are looking for a skilled CNC Mill/Turn Programmer to join our dedicated team, taking a lead role within the Mill/Turn section and working on small to medium batch production with medium to high complexity parts. You will be working with cutting-edge CMZ Mill/Turn technology and supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects alongside Planning, Quality, and Engineering teams. Key Responsibilities: * Offline programming, setting, and operating CMZ Mill/Turn and Takisawa CNC Turning machines using Fanuc controls * Developing manufacturing methods for prototype and repeat aerospace components * Working to tight tolerances (typically ±0.001” / 0.025mm; occasionally ±0.0005” / 0.0125mm) * Recording accurate job times via our ERP system (Javelin) * Maintaining 6S standards on the shop floor * Driving continuous improvement and process optimisation * Collaborating with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and delivery excellence What We’re Looking For: * Aerospace machining experience (or similar high-precision industries) * Proven competence in CNC programming and operation of Mill/Turn machines * Experience with materials such as Stainless Steel, Titanium, Inconel, Aluminium, and Nylon * Apprentice-trained or qualified by experience * EdgeCam programming experience is highly desirable * Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset Rewards & Benefits: * 39.5 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 8:00–16:30, Fri 8:00–16:00) * Paid overtime at 1.3x rate * Discretionary site bonus scheme & pay reviews * Financial wellbeing support including independent coaching and pension advice * Salary sacrifice pension scheme * 25 days annual leave bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown) * Onsite parking, life assurance & WeCare employee support package (24/7 GP & mental health services)