The post holder will be responsible for supporting Manufacturing Engineering activities in one or a combination of the following areas of responsibilities: Product design Process design Equipment/Tool design Production system design Automated systems and control Quality & continuous Improvement Responsibilities Programming 3 and 5 axis CNC Milling Machines Cutting tool selection and work holding tool design Validating programming quality through part FAI Creation of machine set up sheets & operator work instructions. Improving and working to lean manufacturing process. Ensuring the safety of both employees and machinery Training / mentoring less experienced programmers within the department. Liaise with tooling and software manufacturers to drive Continuous Improvement. Investigate and apply techniques to reduce cycle times and explore new technology to improve workshop throughput. Reward Competitive salary Annual bonus (linked to company performance) 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service) 37.5 hours per week Flexi time working £5,000 employee referral bonus Health cash plan Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work Scheme Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay IVF & Assisted Conception Policy Women in Business - Corportate Member Wellbeing Initiatives Employee Recognition scheme Long Service Awards Local charity / sponsorship activities Dedicated employee parking Discounted Gym membership Learning and development opportunities Career progression Requirements Essential 3 years' machining experience 3 years' offline programming experience using a CAM package. (Mastercam Hypermill / Delcam / Catia or equivalent) Experience working within a lean Manufacturing environment Be able to read and interpret engineering drawings Possess strong computer skills to include all programs in the Microsoft Office Suite Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Good time management skills Flexible attitude to changing deadlines Desirable Working knowledge of Fanuc and Heidenhain controls Relevant Manufacturing/Engineering degree or HND, BTec Professional Level 5 Award or equivalent NVQ Level 5 qualifications We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting. Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer. The closing date for applications is the 1st February 2026 at 17:00 To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.