At a Glance
- Tasks: Program and operate advanced 5-axis CNC machines to create high-precision components.
- Company: Leading precision engineering manufacturer with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent position, and opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Ideal for those seeking growth in high-precision engineering sectors.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work with cutting-edge CNC technology in a challenging role.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in 5-axis CNC programming and strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 42000 - 46000 £ per year.
An exceptional opportunity for an experienced CNC 5-Axis Specialist. Our client is a leading precision engineering manufacturer, producing complex, high-tolerance components for demanding industries. They are looking to recruit an experienced CNC 5-Axis Programmer, Setter and Operator who can take complete ownership of the machining process from offline programming through to production optimisation. This is not an entry-level programming role. We are seeking a highly skilled engineer with extensive experience in complex 5-axis machining who can confidently work independently and deliver right-first-time results.
The Role
- Programming complex 5-axis CNC machining centres using CAM software
- Creating and optimising efficient machining strategies
- Reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, CAD models and GD&T
- Selecting cutting tools, workholding and machining parameters
- Generating collision-free toolpaths and machine simulations
- Editing and optimising G-code where required
- Setting and proving out new jobs
- Configuring machines for simultaneous 5-axis and 3+2 positional machining
- Producing high-precision components to tight tolerances
- Carrying out first-off inspections and quality checks
- Troubleshooting machining issues and implementing process improvements
- Supporting continuous improvement, cycle time reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives
What We're Looking For
- Significant experience programming, setting and operating 5-axis CNC machining centres
- Advanced CAM programming experience
- Strong understanding of multi-axis machining strategies
- Excellent knowledge of tooling technologies and cutting parameters
- Experience machining a wide range of materials
- Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T
- Experience producing high-precision, tight tolerance components
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Desirable Experience
- Experience within aerospace, motorsport, defence, medical or other high-precision engineering environments would be highly advantageous.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Permanent full-time position
- Opportunity to work with advanced CNC technology
- Challenging and varied work producing precision-engineered components
- Long-term career development within a growing engineering business
If you're a highly skilled CNC 5-Axis Programmer, Setter & Operator looking for your next challenge, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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