Job Title: CNC Programmer/Engineer Location: Stockton Hourly Rate: Competitive Shifts: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday Benefits: * 25 days holiday + bank holidays * Company pension after 3 months (5% employee / 4% employer) * Overtime opportunities * Ongoing training & career development * Stable Monday–Friday hours * Modern precision engineering environment The Company: Theo James Recruitment is proud to be supporting a highly respected precision manufacturer operating within a specialist regulated sector. With advanced machining technology, strong investment in engineering capability, and a reputation for quality, this is an excellent opportunity for a CNC Programmer/Engineer to join a forward-thinking team delivering complex tooling and precision components. Job Description: This CNC Programmer/Engineer role is ideal for someone with strong CNC milling, turning, and sliding head expertise who enjoys both hands-on machining and process improvement. The successful CNC Programmer/Engineer will manufacture tooling, fixtures, jigs, and bespoke components while supporting prototype builds and engineering-led improvement projects. A key part of the role is programming Fanuc-controlled machines from scratch, optimising existing programs, improving cycle times, troubleshooting machining issues, and ensuring all parts meet tight tolerances and quality standards. You will work closely with enginee...