CNC Programmer

Permanent opportunity
Unrivalled employee benefits
Favourable day shifts

We are recruiting for a progressive business who not only offer a steady and secure in Tamworth on top of the generous basic salary you can also enjoy a catalogue of benefits:- 
 
Paying up to £45,760 to £49920 per annum the right experience. The company offers the following benefits:
 

• Competitive salary (dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Pay review twice a year
• Overtime available to workshop employees
• Basic hours: 40 hrs per week.  Monday to Friday 07.00 to 15:30, (30 minutes unpaid lunch break each day). 
• Bonus Scheme
• Contributory Pension Scheme – 6% Employer, 2% Employee (18% employer after 3 years' service)
• 24 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays 
• Life Assurance Scheme (after qualifying period - successful completion of 3-month probation period)
• Private medical insurance (after qualifying period - successful completion of 3-month probation period)
• Employee Support and Perks Package (after qualifying period - successful completion of 3-month probation period)
• Dental care (after qualifying period - successful completion of 3-month probation period)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free car parking

 
Purpose of the role
This role offers the opportunity to programme, set and operate advanced CNC turning and milling machinery, producing high-quality precision components to exact engineering standards.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Setting up and operating CNC machines, which includes loading workpieces, selecting tools, and setting machine parameters.
• Following and interpreting engineering drawings, understanding the specifications and tolerances required for each part.
• Creating and modifying CNC programmes, using CAD software or manual programming to create the necessary instructions for the machine.
• Monitoring machine performance and making adjustments, identifying and addressing any issues that may arise during the machining process.
• Ensuring quality and accuracy of finished parts and verifying that they meet the required specifications.

Preferred requirements and skills:

• Previous experience in CNC programming using Alphacam CAD CAM system is essential
• Experience in using Puma SMX2600S CNC LATHE and Puma 3100LSY multitask turning machines is essential
• Ability to program set and operate using a Fanuc31iB5 plus CNC control
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings
• Excellent attention to detail 
• Ability to identify and resolve issues
• Able to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy objects
• Self-motivated with a can-do attitude

Qualifications and education requirements:

• GSCE Mathematics
• Good level of basic English