CNC Miller / CAM Programmer Hypermill)

Trident Recruitment is working with a leading precision engineering manufacturer in Portsmouth to recruit an experienced CNC Miller / CAM Programmer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business manufacturing high-precision injection mould tooling using the latest 3 and 5-axis machining technology.

If you're an experienced CAM programmer looking to work on technically challenging projects within a supportive and highly skilled engineering team, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

You will be responsible for the CAM programming, setting and operating of GFMS Mikron 3 & 5 Axis CNC milling machines, producing complex, high-precision components to exceptional quality standards.

Working as part of a close-knit team, you'll also be expected to support other areas of the business when required while demonstrating the confidence to work independently.

Key Responsibilities

* CAM programming using Openmind Hypermill

* Setting and operating GFMS Mikron 3 & 5 Axis CNC milling machines

* Producing precision injection mould tooling

* Optimising and editing CNC programs

* Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and CAD models

* Applying best practices for work holding and machining strategies

* Ensuring all components meet tight tolerances and quality requirements

* Working collaboratively with engineering and production teams

* Maintaining excellent housekeeping and safe working practices

Requirements

The successful candidate will have:

* Proven Openmind Hypermill CAM programming experience

* Good working knowledge of Heidenhain controls

* Strong experience with 3 Axis CNC milling (5 Axis experience is highly desirable)

* Experience setting and operating CNC milling machines

* Knowledge of work holding best practices

* Good understanding of metallic materials and machining behaviour

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD data

* Excellent attention to detail

* Strong communication and teamwork skills

* A flexible, hands-on approach to work

* Experience machining injection mould tooling would be a distinct advantage

What's on Offer

* Day, Night and Weekend shift opportunities

* Competitive salary based on experience

* Overtime available

* Long-term career progression

* Modern, well-equipped machining facility

* Opportunity to work on complex, high-value engineering projects

* Supportive and growing engineering team

If you're looking for your next opportunity as a CNC Miller / CAM Programmer in Portsmouth, apply today or contact Trident Recruitment for a confidential discussion