Cnc Programmer
Cnc Programmer
Employee type
Permanent
Salary
£20 - £25/hour
Category
Engineering
Job Description
CNC Programmer / Setter
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting and preparing CNC milling jobs, ensuring components are manufactured accurately and efficiently to drawing specifications.
Key Responsibilities
* Programme and set CNC milling machines using Siemens ShopMill.
* Write CNC programmes from scratch, working from engineering drawings with minimal supervision.
* Accurately interpret technical drawings, tolerances and specifications.
* Set up and prove out jobs, ensuring tooling, programmes and cutting conditions are suitable.
* Prepare jobs for machine operators to run independently.
* Check and inspect your own work to ensure components meet drawing requirements.
* Select appropriate tooling and machining strategies.
* Apply a strong understanding of machining processes, feeds, speeds and cutting conditions.
* Manage your own workload and priorities while maintaining high standards of quality.
Essential Requirements
* Minimum 3 years' experience in CNC programming and setting.
* Strong experience with Siemens ShopMill.
* Proven ability to write CNC programmes from scratch.
* Confident working independently from engineering drawings.
* Strong understanding of technical drawings, tolerances and inspection requirements.
* Experience setting up jobs for machine operators to run independently.
* Good knowledge of machining processes, tooling and cutting conditions.
* Ability to work independently and maintain a high standard of quality and accuracy