CNC Programmer / Operator – Precision Small-Batch Work
Sector: Precision Engineering / Manufacturing
Location: Cambridgeshire
Hours: Monday to Friday, Days
Salary: £Negotiable, depending on experience
Type: Full-time, Permanent

We’re working with a modern precision engineering business in Cambridgeshire looking to grow their machine shop team. This is a hands-on role producing small-batch, high-accuracy components for both production and R&D projects.
You’ll be working in a clean, well-organised workshop with modern CNC sliding head lathes, supported by a collaborative team and ongoing training opportunities.

The Role

• Program, set, and operate Fanuc-controlled sliding head lathes (training available if you have CNC turning experience)
• Produce small-run, tight-tolerance components from engineering drawings
• Carry out inspections and basic finishing
• Work on a mix of production and prototype parts
• Maintain safe, clean working practices and suggest process improvements

• CNC turning, mill-turn, or sliding head experience
• Able to work to fine tolerances and read engineering drawings
• Programming knowledge (Fanuc or other) preferred — training given as needed
• CAD/CAM or multi-axis experience is a bonus

• Permanent, full-time role in a well-structured, supportive machine shop
• Clean, modern environment with varied projects and no shift work
• Training on sliding head lathes for experienced CNC machinists
• Monday to Friday days — weekends free
• Career progression into senior programming or team lead roles