Cnc Programmer
CV-LibraryMaldon, EssexpermanentPosted: 25 August 2026
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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
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