CNC Programmer

_{23rd March, 2026}

LEAD INFORMATION

Job Title – CNC Machine Programmer/Operator

Site location – Ilfracombe

Responsible to – Production Manager

Responsible for – Programming, setting and operating of multiple CNC machines whilst ensuring the products produced meet client specification at all times

Client brief – Our client is a global supplier of complex machined investment castings, in aluminium, steel, and vacuum melted super alloys supporting a multitude of industries with a large variety of client specific machined products

KEY INFORMATION

Reason for vacancy – Increased demand

Contract – Permanent

Basic pay – £16.00-18.00 ph

Shifts – Monday to Thursday ONLY, 7am-5pm, 38 hours paid per week for basic hours

Breaks – 30 min lunch, early and late 10-minute break

Overtime – Regular overtime available paid @ 1.5x basic rate

Holidays – 25 days + Bank Holidays

Facilities – Staff parking, canteen and very clean and professional environment

Additional Benefits
· Pension
· Life Cover
· Sickness Protection Scheme
· 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
· Continual Service Awards
· Recommendation program ‘Proud to Recommend’
· Annual pay reviews

RESPONSIBILITIES

The role – Our client is looking for CNC Milling & Lathe Machine Programmer/Operator to join their busy team in Ilfracombe on permanent contract. As a CNC Milling & Lathe Machine Programmer/Operator your responsibilities are as follows –
· To set up machines with maximum efficiency.
· Responsible for efficient production, including the multi-manning of machines where required.
· Maintain all production paperwork packs to include MIPC Sheets / Synchro Sheets, and all associated documents.
· Maintain gauging and measuring equipment currently held on the area.
· To liaise with Inspection Department to ensure timely first off.
· Maintain a clean and tidy environment operating within the site.
· Maintain and conform to all Health and Safety requirements.
· Attend meetings as required.
· Attend training and develop relevant knowledge and skills.
· Responsible for individual job improvement.

Key skills required
· Previous knowledge of a manufacturing environment
· Multi skilled machinist (Milling/Turning) with experience of 3 & 4 axis machining in operating and in programming.
· Ideally, familiarity with Fanuc & Heidenheim machine controls.
· Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, and associated paperwork.