CNC Programmer

Position: CNC Programmer (Sliding Head)
Location: Tunbridge Wells
Salary: £45 - 50k base salary DOE

Bennett and Game are currently partnering with a highly established CNC & Precision Engineering client actively seeking a skilled and industry proven CNC Programmer with proven ability working on Sliding Head Machines to join their Kent branch.

Position Overview:

• Set, operate, and program Citizen Sliding Head CNC machines (4 and 5 axis) to produce precision aerospace components to drawing and tolerance requirements.
• Carry out full machine setups including tooling, offsets, bar feeds, and first-off inspections to ensure smooth production.
• Edit and improve CNC programs to reduce cycle times and maintain quality and accuracy.
• Inspect parts using measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers, and gauges to meet ISO 9001 and aerospace standards.
• Complete production records, inspection reports, and traceability paperwork in line with AS9100 and customer requirements.
• Support continuous improvement, reduce scrap, and maintain high standards of machine care, safety, and housekeeping.

Position Requirements:

• Proven experience setting, operating, and programming Citizen Sliding Head CNC machines.
• Strong knowledge of 4 and 5 axis machining and sliding head lathe operations.
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings and tight tolerance specifications.
• Experience working to ISO 9001 and AS9100 aerospace quality standards.
• Skilled in using inspection equipment such as micrometers, verniers, and gauges.
• Good problem-solving skills with a focus on quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Position Salary & Package

• £45 - 50k base salary DOE
• Overtime rates on top of salary
• Monday - Thrusday 08:00 - 17:00
• Friday 08:00 - 13:00
• Competitive Holiday & Pension Packages
• Excellent job security

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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