Sutton-in-Ashfield
Days | 39 Hours per Week
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Are you an experienced 5 Axis CNC Programmer looking for a role where your expertise will directly influence the production of complex, high-precision components?
Join an advanced manufacturing business supplying critical industries including aerospace, defence and other high-spec engineering sectors. With continued investment in technology, people and innovation, this is an opportunity to work on challenging projects in a modern manufacturing environment.
What You'll Be Doing
As a key member of the engineering team, you'll be responsible for developing and optimising CNC programmes for complex components, ensuring maximum efficiency, quality and performance.
Your responsibilities will include:
Programming complex 5-axis machined components
Creating and optimising programmes using CAD/CAM software, ideally OPENMIND/HYPERMILL
Producing CAD models to support manufacturing processes
Designing tooling, jigs and fixtures to improve productivity
Managing CNC programme distribution through DNC systems
Driving continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives
Supporting new product introduction (NPI) projectsWhat We're Looking For
Essential
Proven experience programming 5 Axis CNC machines
Strong CAD/CAM programming experience
Experience machining a range of hard and soft metals
Offline programming experience for 3 and 5 axis machines
Good understanding of quality standards and production processes
A proactive, problem-solving mindsetDesirable
Experience with OPENMIND/HYPERMILL
CNC mill-turn experience
Background in aerospace, nuclear, medical, automotive or motorsport sectors
Knowledge of AS9100 or EASA Part 21(G) standards
Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
Exposure to automation, robotics, or additive manufacturingWhy Apply?
Work on technically challenging, high-value components
Join a growing and financially stable engineering business
Modern manufacturing environment with advanced technology
Opportunity to influence processes and continuous improvement
Supportive team culture with genuine career development opportunities
Competitive salary and benefits packageIf you're passionate about precision engineering and want to be part of a business that invests in innovation, quality and its people, we'd love to hear from you
Salary description
£40000.00 - £45000.00 per year