CNC 5 Axis Programmer Operative in Leicester

Permanent, Full Time

About Us

Oadby Plastics is a leading plastics manufacturer with over 50 years of experience, built on a strong commitment to both our people and sustainability. We pride ourselves on being a business that genuinely values and invests in its employees, offering a positive and supportive working environment where everyone feels empowered to do their best work. Our modern, comfortable facilities span over 225,000 sq. ft across distribution and production, providing a professional and well equipped place to work. Our Head Office is based in Leicestershire, conveniently located just off the M1/M69 on the Braunstone Frith Industrial Estate. Alongside this, our additional branches and sister companies operate across the UK, enabling us to deliver outstanding service to our customers nationwide. At Oadby Plastics, we believe our people are at the heart of our success. We’re proud to offer a workplace where individuals are supported, developed, and encouraged to grow as part of a stable, forward‑thinking business.

What you will be doing

Working as part of the CNC team, the CNC 5 Axis Programmer/Setter/Operator plays a key role in producing high‑quality components to exact specifications. You’ll be responsible for programming, setting and operating 5 axis CNC machinery, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and a strong focus on safety and quality throughout the process. In this role, you’ll help keep production running smoothly and support our wider goals across the department. Your day to day responsibilities include:

• Programming, setting and operating 5‑axis CNC machines to produce components that meet technical drawings, tolerances and quality standards.
• Selecting the right materials, tools and machining strategies, and carrying out first‑off and final checks to ensure accuracy.
• Interpreting CAD drawings and engineering information to deliver precise and consistent results.
• Performing daily and weekly machine checks, maintaining equipment, and reporting any issues to the CNC Lead Operator or Production Supervisor.

What are we looking for

We’re looking for someone who is reliable, hands on, and takes pride in producing high quality work. You’ll need to be comfortable working as part of a team, have a proactive attitude, and be willing to support the wider production area when needed. The ideal person will have strong practical skills, good attention to detail, and a positive approach to learning and continuous improvement. To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Experience programming 5 axis CNC machines using CAD/CAM software.
• Experience setting up and operating 5 axis CNC machinery.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and machining specifications.
• High attention to detail with a strong understanding of precision measurement and machining processes.

Salary - £16 - £19 per hour depending on experience

Company profit share scheme

Pension

Annual leave - 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) rising with length of service

Life assurance

Free car parking

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity

Long service awards

Free eye tests

Training and development opportunities

Wellbeing benefits: Employee Assisted Programme, 24-hour GP access, Charity events/fundraisers

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to applying our Equal Opportunities Policy at all stages of the recruitment and selection process and encourage applicants from different diverse groups in the community to apply. We can make reasonable adjustments at any stages if required. Please submit your CV without delay to avoid disappointment; we may close vacancies if we receive a sufficient number of completed applications. For any candidates being recommended by our current employee’s, you must apply directly through our website and stipulate the referring employee.