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CNC Programmer

Optima UK Inc Ltd
Posted a day ago, valid for 18 days
Location

Tamworth, Staffordshire B77 3EY, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job title is CNC Programmer located in Tamworth, offering a 4-day work week from Monday to Thursday on nights.
  • The position pays £49,000 depending on experience, with benefits including a great working environment, pension, free car parking, yearly pay reviews, and training opportunities.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years' experience operating 3, 4, and 5-axis machining centers and be proficient in Heidenhain programming and CAD/CAM software like Edgecam.
  • The role involves creating and proving out CNC production programs, collaborating with Production Engineers, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Applicants should be able to read engineering drawings, preset tooling, and communicate effectively at all levels.

Job Title: CNC Programmer

Location:Tamworth

Shift: 4 day week - Monday to Thursday (Nights)

Pay:£49,000 DOE

Benefits: Excellent working environment, pension, free car parking, yearly pay reviews, training, regular overtime

Company

Our customer is a leading manufacturer of precision components, supplying high-performance parts to a range of demanding industries including aerospace, Motorsport, and other advanced engineering sectors. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability, they have seen a significant increase in customer demand and project volume. As a result of this sustained growth, they are now looking to expand their team by recruiting skilled machinists and engineers who are passionate about precision manufacturing and eager to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Experience

  • Extensive experience with Heidenhain programming on 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC machines, including machine setup and operation in a precision engineering environment.
  • Proficient in modern CAD/CAM software, particularly Edgecam, and committed to applying "Best Practice" manufacturing methodologies.
  • Skilled in creating and proving out new CNC production programs to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Capable of running proven programs, adjusting work coordinates, and correcting errors as needed.
  • Collaborates closely with the Production Engineer to optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM).
  • Actively contributes to continuous improvement by developing and refining processes, tools, and techniques to adopt the latest technologies.
  • Demonstrates a proactive, "can-do" attitude and consistently functions as a reliable team player.
  • Effectively handles constraints and seeks support from peers or the Manufacturing team when necessary.
  • Promotes a high standard of housekeeping and supports 5S principles across the manufacturing environment.

Candidate

  • Minimum 3 years' operating 3, 4 and 5 Axis Machining Centre's
  • The ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
  • Participates and supports continuous improvement teams and other working groups.
  • To be able to pre-set tooling and fixtures from tool layout. Take tool length offsets and recognize when tooling requires replacing due to wear or breakage.
  • To be able to communicate information in a coherent fashion at all levels.

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