CNC Programmer (Mill/Turn – CAD/CAM)
Base salary: £50,000
Shift allowance: 16.6% – Monday to Friday – Earlies and Lates
Working hours: 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm
Total package: £58,300 – Negotiable
Location: Birmingham
We are looking for a hands‑on CNC Programmer with strong mill/turn and CAD/CAM capability, focused on CNC programming, process support, and New Product Introduction (NPI) within a high variety, low batch precision environment. The role supports the Engineering Manager and acts as a key technical programming resource within the machining function.
Key Responsibilities
* Create, develop, and optimise CNC programmes for mill/turn and multi axis machining operations.
* Support the introduction of new CNC machines and help establish robust machining processes from scratch.
* Role split approximately 70% CNC programming and 30% process support / continuous improvement.
* Review drawings, models, and specifications to assess manufacturability and suggest improvements (DFM).
* Lead and support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including variants of existing products.
* Work closely with design teams to review released drawings and provide machining feedback.
* Conduct toolpath simulation and verification (Vericut experience highly beneficial).
* Use CAM software (SolidCAM preferred, other packages considered) to create efficient toolpaths and strategies.
* Identify machining and process issues, carry out root cause analysis, and support continuous improvement.
* Provide hands‑on shopfloor support to resolve machining issues and optimise cycle times and tooling.
* Collaborate with a mixed‑skill machining team across turning, milling, and mill/turn capability.
* Contribute ideas for workflow improvements, process optimisation, and best practice.
* Produce setup sheets, tooling lists, and supporting manufacturing documentation.
* Support quality, safety, and operational standards.
Experience & Skills
* Proven CNC programming experience on mill/turn or multitasking machines.
* Strong CAM programming background (SolidCAM preferred, but any CAM package considered).
* Ability to programme from scratch and develop machining processes end to end.
* Experience supporting NPI and first off prove out of new components.
* Good understanding of precision machining, tight tolerances, and complex geometries.
* Strong problem‑solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
* Industry background flexible – aerospace or precision engineering advantageous.
* Candidates with as little as 6 months mill/turn programming experience will be considered if technically strong.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday plus 8 BH
* Pension scheme (up to 9% matched)
* Life assurance – 5× basic salary
* Company‑funded health cash plan
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Flexible benefits package
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