CNC Programmer / Setter – Milling (HAAS)

CNC CAM 5 Axis Programmer / Setter – Milling (HAAS)
Salary: circa £45,000 + 15% shift premium
Working hours: Monday – Thursday, 3:00pm – 12:40am
Location: Southam 


Are you an experienced CNC 5 Axis Programmer / Setter looking for your next opportunity with a company offering a four-day working week and an attractive salary package?

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established engineering and manufacturing business for an experienced CNC CAM 5 Axis Programmer / Setter to join its manufacturing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong 5 Axis machining experience who can confidently programme, set and operate HAAS CNC machinery, while playing a key role in supporting production efficiency and quality.

The Role

Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor, you will be responsible for programming and setting 5 Axis CNC milling machines, ensuring components are manufactured efficiently, accurately and in line with engineering drawings and production requirements.

You will also provide guidance and support to CNC Operators, helping to manage daily production activities and maintain high standards across the machine shop.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and develop CNC programmes using CAD/CAM software, ideally SolidCAM.
  
  
• Programme, set and operate HAAS 5 Axis CNC milling machines.
  
  
• Prove out programmes and oversee production runs.
  
  
• Manufacture components to engineering drawings and required quality standards.
  
  
• Manage day-to-day production activities, ensuring schedules and deadlines are achieved.
  
  
• Support and guide CNC Operators, delegating tasks and monitoring performance.
  
  
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, efficiency and quality.
  
  
• Develop tooling, work holding and machining strategies.
  
  
• Work closely with internal departments to support production and assembly requirements.
  
  
• Assist with stock control, material ordering and production administration.
  
  
• Maintain accurate production records and complete relevant paperwork.
  
   
  
  

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar CNC programming and setting position.
  
  
• Comprehensive experience with 5 Axis CNC machining.
  
  
• Proven experience programming HAAS CNC machinery.
  
  
• CAD/CAM programming experience, preferably SolidCAM, although other software packages will be considered.
  
  
• The ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
  
  
• Experience machining a variety of materials, including aluminium, mild steel and stainless steel.
  
  
• Experience with cavity and custom form tooling.
  
  
• Knowledge of machining times, costing and manufacturing processes.
  
  
• A proactive, organised and methodical approach to work.
  
  
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a small team.
  
  

 

An HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Circa £45,000 basic salary.
  
  
• 15% shift premium on top of basic salary.
  
  
• Four-day working week – Monday to Thursday.
  
  
• Consistent afternoon/evening shift pattern.
  
  
• Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday off.
  
  
• Opportunity to join an established and growing engineering business.
  
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  
  

 

Working Hours

Monday – Thursday: 3:00pm – 12:40am
30-minute unpaid lunch break.

If you are an experienced 5 Axis CNC Programmer / Setter looking for a new challenge, an attractive salary and the benefit of a three-day weekend every week, we would love to hear from you.