CNC Programmer

Chelmsford

9 months ago

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The company:

Based in South Essex, you will be joining a well-known precision engineering company who specialise in the manufacture of parts for several industries, including motorsport, automotive, aerospace and more.

Due to large expansion, the company is now looking for an experienced CNC Programmer/ Setter/Operator to join them on a Monday-Friday day shift. This will be a varied role with the ability to progress your career within a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Machining parts, based on engineering drawings and specifications
Program offline via AlphaCam or Hypermill
Set & Operate 3, 4 & 5 Axis Milling machinery
Work to company health & safety procedures
This is just a summed-up list of responsibilities and other duties will be required.

Skills and Experience required:

Experienced programming CNC Machinery
Experience with 3, 4 & 5 axis machinery
Alphacam or Hypermill experience
Experienced machining parts, bespoke, smaller parts and quality-driven products.
Completed a relevant engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications
Applicants must have full UK working rights, as sponsorship is not available for this role.

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