CNC Programmer

Job Description

If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.

Are you a skilled CNC Machinist/ Programmer / Operator looking to work on complex, large-scale components for the Nuclear, Medical, and Semi-conductor industries? Our client is looking for a CNC Milling Programmer to join their highly professional, well-structured shop floor in Abingdon.

The Role

This is a comprehensive role involving programming, setting, and operating 3, 4, and 5-axis machines. You will be working on a variety of projects, including large-scale parts up to 2.5m, requiring a “right first time” approach to high-precision engineering.

Core Responsibilities

• Programming & Setting: Full responsibility for programming, setting, and operating CNC Mills (Heidenhain) to optimum safe methods.
• Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret engineering drawings to manufacture parts to tight tolerances.
• Documentation: Create detailed layout sheets for tooling, setups, and machine parameters to ensure repeatable quality.
• Quality Control: Self-qualify and document your own work using a variety of measuring equipment (MTE).
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively suggest time and cost-saving ideas to improve production efficiency.

What You Bring

• Expertise: Minimum of 5 years’ experience programming and operating 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC machines.
• Control Systems: Must be proficient in Heidenhain (Fanuc experience is a bonus).
• Machine Knowledge: Previous experience on Doosan, Matsuura, or Mazak platforms is preferred.
• Large-Scale Experience: Proven ability to work on large parts (up to 2.5m) and maintain high precision.
• Qualifications: A time-served apprenticeship is preferred; overhead crane and manual handling training is a plus (though training can be provided).

Why Apply?

You will be working in a clean, professional environment with access to state-of-the-art equipment. The management team is open and supportive, fostering a culture of high work ethics and productivity.

This is a full-time permanent position based onsite in South Oxfordshire. All applicants should be available to work Monday – Friday on-site as remote working is not available.

Ripple Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. My client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. xwzovoh Due to high volumes of interest, we can only respond to shortlisted applicants.