CNC Programmer

CNC Programmer – Drive Precision, Performance and Manufacturing Excellence

Location: Leamington Spa
Contract Basis: Permanent
Pay Rate: £38,000 - £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Join a forward-thinking manufacturing company supplying high-precision components to the automotive, aerospace, defence and medical sectors. With a strong focus on quality, innovation and continuous improvement, the business offers advanced capabilities across rapid prototyping, engineering development and CNC CAD.

This CNC Programmer opportunity provides the chance to work on complex, high-value components, supporting the full production lifecycle—from initial programming through to successful manufacture—while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities of the CNC Programmer

Write, develop, and optimise CNC programmes, ideally using Fusion 360 software for complex components and precision-engineered parts
Programme and operate 3 & 5-axis Haas milling machines, interpreting technical drawings, CAD data, GD&T, material specifications, and tooling requirements.
Select suitable tooling, cutting parameters, fixturing, machines, and materials for each application
Support machine setup activities, including programme loading, tooling installation, alignment, and first-off production runs
Test and validate programs, making adjustments to improve quality, cycle times, and efficiency
Perform first-part inspections and implement machining process improvements where required
Troubleshoot machining issues, including dimensional errors, chatter, tooling concerns, and process instability
Collaborate with engineers and machinists to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve process performance
Maintain setup sheets, inspection records, tooling lists, and program revision documentation
Ensure compliance with quality standards, production schedules, and health and safety requirements
Support costing activities and assist with new machining enquiries and RFQs
Remain up to date with software developments, machining technologies, and training opportunities
Ready to Join the Team?

If you are an experienced CNC Programmer with a passion for precision engineering and continuous improvement, this is an excellent opportunity to further your career within a technically challenging manufacturing environment. The successful CNC Programmer will play a key role in delivering high-quality components while supporting production efficiency and manufacturing excellence.

Apply now with your CV, and a member of our team will contact you to discuss the next steps. All applications are handled with the utmost confidentiality.

Key Skills

CNC Programming, Haas Controls, Fusion 360, CAD/CAM Programming, 3-Axis Machining, 5-Axis Machining, CNC Milling, CNC Turning, Technical Drawings, GD&T, Tool Selection, Cutting Parameters, Machining Processes, Process Optimisation, Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling, First Article Inspection, Quality Standards, Root Cause Analysis, Production Support, RFQ Costing, Precision Engineering
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed