About Us
We are a specialist CNC routing business with over 15 years of successful trading, producing bespoke components for furniture, sculpture and public art, pattern and mould making, architectural projects, set building, and props.
Working on a wide variety of creative and technical projects, we specialise in high-precision, low-volume manufacturing where quality, problem-solving, and craftsmanship are paramount.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior CNC Programmer / Machinist to join our small, highly skilled team.
This is a hands-on role combining CNC programming, machine setting, operation, and maintenance. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable programming in the office and working on the shop floor, taking ownership of projects from concept through to manufacture.
As a senior member of the team, you will also help train and support junior operatives while playing a key role in day-to-day workshop operations and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Program, set, and operate 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machines.
- Create and optimise CNC programs for efficient, high-quality production.
- Manufacture bespoke components to demanding specifications.
- Support machine maintenance and workshop organisation.
- Troubleshoot machining and production issues.
- Train and mentor junior team members.
- Assist with production planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to both office-based programming and hands-on shop-floor activities.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' CNC programming and machining experience.
- Experience with CAD/CAM software packages.
- Proven experience with both 3-axis and 5-axis machining.
- Strong background in high-precision, low-volume manufacturing.
- Experience setting and operating CNC machinery independently.
- Experience producing complex bespoke components.
- Knowledge of inspection and quality control procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, and workholding.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Positive, practical attitude and willingness to work across all aspects of the manufacturing process.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with Rhino and RhinoCAM.
Applicants with experience using alternative CAD/CAM software are encouraged to apply, as transferable skills are valued.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Overtime paid at 1.5x standard rate.
- 45-hour working week.
- Statutory holiday entitlement plus an additional day's holiday for each completed year of service.
- Opportunity to join a growing, well-established business.
- Varied and technically challenging work.
- Supportive, specialist team environment.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression and role development.
Recruitment Process
We offer paid trial days to shortlisted candidates as part of our commitment to quality, teamwork, and ensuring a positive long-term fit for both the candidate and the business.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced CNC professional looking for a varied role working on unique projects within a growing specialist business, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
