Lead Programmer - CNC Machining
📍 Oxfordshire
🕒 Permanent | Full-Time | On-Site

Are you a senior-level CNC programmer with strong experience in 3- and 5-axis machining, HyperMill, and process optimisation? This is your opportunity to lead programming strategy for a cutting-edge manufacturing environment, taking ownership of technical machining operations from programming through to production support.

We're working with a highly respected precision engineering business in Oxfordshire that supplies into advanced technology sectors. They're seeking a Lead Programmer to own and develop machining methods across metallic components, supporting NPI, process improvements, and mentoring junior programmers.

🔍 What You'll Be Doing:

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Lead CNC programming and machining methodology across 3- and 5-axis milling operations

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Program using HyperMill and collaborate on tooling, fixture design, and CAD inputs

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Drive improvements in efficiency, cycle time, quality, and safety

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Support new product introduction, process validation, and prove-outs on the shop floor

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Provide technical leadership, mentoring junior programmers and liaising with production, engineering, and quality teams

✅ What We're Looking For:

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Proven experience programming multi-axis CNC mills (3/4/5 axis)

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Strong CAM programming skills (ideally HyperMill) and ability to work from CAD data

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Confident working with Fanuc, Heidenhain, or Siemens controls

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Understanding of tooling and fixture design, and the ability to support NPI

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Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a continuous improvement mindset

💼 What's On Offer:

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Competitive Salary + a range of benefits

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Secure, long-term role with a business delivering technical excellence

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Opportunity to lead on projects with real engineering depth

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Supportive and innovative team culture

Ready to lead CNC programming in a world-class manufacturing setting? Apply today or get in touch for more details