CNC Programmer
Location: Stourbridge area
Salary: Competitive salary depending on experience, programming capability and overall skill level.
Working hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Friday: 8:00am – 2:00pm
30 minute Unpaid lunch break, 15 Minute Paid Morning Break, 2 x 5 Minute Paid Comfort Breaks
38 Hours per Week with Overtime Available
Products include: Door handles and lever sets, Door pulls and entrance hardware, Cabinet handles and knobs, Window furniture, Bathroom accessories, Bespoke architectural hardware and Custom brass components for luxury interior projects.
Clients include: High-end residential developments, Luxury private homes, Boutique and international hotels, Premium retail environments, Commercial interior fit-outs, Architectural and interior design projects worldwide
The successful candidate will be responsible for offline programming, setting and operating CNC machining centres used in the manufacture of precision brass components and architectural hardware.
Working closely with the Production Manager and Engineering team, you will help optimise machining processes, improve productivity and ensure consistently high standards of quality across both bespoke and production work.
Responsibilities
Programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines, 3-axis and 4-axis CNC machining centres
Working with Fanuc control systems
Producing first-off components and proving out new programs
Developing efficient machining strategies for brass and other non-ferrous materials
Selecting appropriate tooling, work holding and machining methods
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and CAD models
Inspection of machined components using precision measuring equipment and ensuring components meet dimensional and cosmetic quality standards
Supporting new product development and prototype manufacture
Optimising cycle times, tooling performance and setup efficiency and assisting with fixture design and process improvements
Requirements
Proven experience in offline CNC programmingand experience setting and operating CNC machining centres
Strong knowledge of machining metal, in particular brass, bronze and other non-ferrous materials
Excellent understanding of tooling, work holding and machining strategies
Ability to programme directly from both engineering drawings and ability to convert CAD models to machine programs
Experience using Fanuc controls or equivalent
Strong understanding of geometric tolerances and engineering drawings
Excellent inspection and measurement skills
Experience producing high-quality cosmetic components
Reliability, professionalism and a positive attitude
Flexibility to work overtime if required
Desirable
Experience machining decorative or architectural brass products
Knowledge of CAM software
Fixture design experience
Experience supporting prototype and new product development
Quoting or estimating experience
Production planning knowledge
Benefits
Competitive salary
Company Pension
Free on-site parking