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Lead Programmer
Job Posted: 7 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Eynsham, Oxfordshire
Expire in: 21 days
Job Description
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 detailsBefore You Apply
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