At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and optimise CNC machining programs while collaborating with various teams.
- Company: Established manufacturing firm in Cirencester with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy sick pay, pension, life insurance, and free parking.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on high-precision projects that make a difference.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in CNC programming with experience in CAM software and engineering drawings.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Our well-established client based in Cirencester is seeking a skilled Production / Manufacturing Engineer to join their growing team!
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and optimise CNC machining programs using CAM software
- Generate accurate shop floor documentation, including job packs and manufacturing instructions
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI), prototype, and low-volume batch manufacturing activities
- Program complex, high-precision components to meet quality and productivity requirements
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements
- Collaborate closely with design, engineering, purchasing, and production teams to ensure smooth project delivery
- Assist with tooling selection, procurement, and consumable management
- Create and maintain routings, bills of materials, and related data within the ERP system
- Maintain TPM records, machine maintenance documentation, and associated logs
- Review maintenance reports, identify discrepancies, and coordinate corrective actions
- Schedule machine servicing activities and liaise with external service engineers
- Manage tooling inventory and maintain stock levels within the tool vending system
- Ensure all material, tooling, and programming data is accurately controlled and documented
- Promote and uphold safe working practices across the manufacturing environment
Ideal Candidate
- Experience with 5-axis CNC programming is highly desirable
- Experience within a sub contract environment
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in CNC programming and CAM programming within a precision manufacturing environment
- Proficient in CAM software such as HyperMILL, Mastercam, Edgecam, Siemens NX, SolidCAM, Fusion 360, FeatureCAM, Delcam, PowerMill, or equivalent
- Strong machining background with exposure to both batch production and NPI projects
- Proven ability to programme complex, tight-tolerance components
- Sound understanding of CNC machine tools, machining strategies, and manufacturing processes
- Competent in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, including GD&T
- Strong IT skills, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Mechanical assembly experience would be advantageous
- Familiarity with ERP systems, manufacturing routings, job packs, and production documentation would be beneficial
Benefits:
- Sick pay
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- Canteen
- On-site parking
CNC Programmer / Production Engineer employer: Kerr Recruitment
Join a dynamic and innovative team in Cirencester, where your skills as a CNC Programmer / Production Engineer will be valued and nurtured. Our client offers a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous training and development opportunities, alongside competitive benefits such as sick pay, a company pension, and on-site amenities. Experience the satisfaction of contributing to high-precision manufacturing projects while enjoying a collaborative environment that fosters creativity and excellence.
