CNC Programmer (Turning)

CNC Programmer (Turning)

📍 Location: Swindon
💰 Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
🕒 Hours: Monday-Friday
📄 Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join their growing manufacturing team in Swindon.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled programmer with strong CNC turning experience who can take ownership of programming activities and support the introduction of a new machine arriving later this year. You'll play a key role in developing efficient machining processes, optimising cycle times, and ensuring the successful manufacture of high-precision components.

The successful candidate will be confident working independently and possess a strong background in CNC programming, particularly within a turning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Create and optimise CNC programs for complex precision-engineered components.
Program, set and support CNC turning operations.
Develop efficient machining strategies to improve productivity and reduce cycle times.
Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Support first-off prove-outs and process development.
Troubleshoot machining and programming issues.
Work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure delivery targets are achieved.
Ensure components meet customer quality requirements and tight tolerances.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the machining department.

Machinery & Software

Experience in some or all of the following would be advantageous:

CNC Turning / Multi-Axis Lathe Programming
3-Axis and 5-Axis Machines
Fanuc Controls
CAM Programming Software
Hypermill experience beneficial but not essential

Candidate Profile

Proven experience as a CNC Programmer within a precision engineering environment.
Strong CNC Turning / Lathe programming experience.
Experience programming 3-axis and/or 5-axis machines.
Familiar with Fanuc controls.
CAM programming experience is essential.
Hypermill experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
Able to work independently and take ownership of machining projects.
Strong problem-solving and process improvement mindset.
Confident introducing new programs and supporting new machine implementation.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience.
Monday-Friday working pattern.
Opportunity to play a key role in the introduction of new machining technology.
High levels of autonomy and responsibility.
Long-term progression within a growing business.
Supportive and technically driven manufacturing environment.This role would suit an experienced CNC Turning Programmer looking for the opportunity to take ownership of programming activities, influence manufacturing processes, and make a real impact within a growing engineering business