CNC Programmer (Turning)

📍 Location: Swindon
💰 Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
🕒 Hours: Monday-Friday
📄 Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join their growing manufacturing team in Swindon.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled programmer with strong CNC turning experience who can take ownership of programming activities and support the introduction of a new machine arriving later this year. You'll play a key role in developing efficient machining processes, optimising cycle times, and ensuring the successful manufacture of high-precision components.

The successful candidate will be confident working independently and possess a strong background in CNC programming, particularly within a turning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and optimise CNC programs for complex precision-engineered components.
• Program, set and support CNC turning operations.
• Develop efficient machining strategies to improve productivity and reduce cycle times.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Support first-off prove-outs and process development.
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure delivery targets are achieved.
• Ensure components meet customer quality requirements and tight tolerances.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the machining department.

Machinery & Software

Experience in some or all of the following would be advantageous:

• CNC Turning / Multi-Axis Lathe Programming
• 3-Axis and 5-Axis Machines
• Fanuc Controls
• CAM Programming Software
• Hypermill experience beneficial but not essential

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as a CNC Programmer within a precision engineering environment.
• Strong CNC Turning / Lathe programming experience.
• Experience programming 3-axis and/or 5-axis machines.
• Familiar with Fanuc controls.
• CAM programming experience is essential.
• Hypermill experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Able to work independently and take ownership of machining projects.
• Strong problem-solving and process improvement mindset.
• Confident introducing new programs and supporting new machine implementation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Monday-Friday working pattern.
• Opportunity to play a key role in the introduction of new machining technology.
• High levels of autonomy and responsibility.
• Long-term progression within a growing business.
• Supportive and technically driven manufacturing environment.

This role would suit an experienced CNC Turning Programmer looking for the opportunity to take ownership of programming activities, influence manufacturing processes, and make a real impact within a growing engineering business.