Job Opportunity: CNC Machinist Programmer
Assignment Type: Full-time, Long-term Temporary
Working Hours:37 hours/week, rotating shifts (Double Days:6 am–2 pm/2 pm–10 pm; Fixed Nights: 10 pm–6 am)
Pay Rate: £20.69 per hour (After successful completion of 12 weeks, pay rate will change to £21.36) + uplift shift pay
About the Company
Join one of the world’s leading and most broadly-based healthcare companies, renowned for over 130 years of commitment to improving global health and well-being. With a workforce of more than 130,000 employees worldwide, our client is dedicated to making healthcare accessible, affordable, and effective for all.
Role Overview
As a Production CNC Technician, you will play a vital role within the Operations team, supporting engineering processes including the programming, setting, and operation of advanced CNC machinery (5-axis Milling, Turning, surface grinding, etc.). You will also contribute to inspection activities such as CMM and automated surface finish inspection.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate multi-axis CNC machinery, associated ancillary equipment, and CMM measuring equipment safely and reliably
- Accurately interpret detailed technical drawings and work instructions
- Develop innovative manufacturing initiatives to improve lead times and maximize value
- Conduct asset care routines on equipment, including minor maintenance (e.g., lubrication, filter changes)
- Prioritize your workload and work flexibly to meet tight deadlines within health, safety, and environmental guidelines
- Foster effective communication and working relationships within your team and across departments
- Apply GMP practices, internal quality systems, and methods to all aspects of your work
- Operate computer systems and software such as ADAPTIV, Seiki Systems (DNC),NX, and JDE
- Maintain housekeeping standards and champion 6S practices in your work area
Required Experience & Skills
- Proven experience in a similar CNC programming, setting, and operating role
- Recognized qualification or demonstrated skills in CNC machine programming (Fanuc, Mazotrol, Heidenhain, or Mill Plus)
- Ideally, experience in the medical device sector (other regulated industries considered)
- Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Familiarity with GMP practices and validation (medical device industry experience preferred)
- Basic experience with 6S, Operator Asset Care, and Lean manufacturing
- Understanding of quality systems and related standards
- Proactive approach to continuous improvement
If you’re an Advanced CNC Machinist Programmer looking to join a forward-thinking team in a global healthcare company, we’d love to hear from you!
This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation and develop your career within the healthcare sector.