CNC Programmer / Setter

Crewkerne | Up to £57,000 including shift allowance + Quarterly Bonus | Permanent

Are you a CNC Programmer who can do more than just press cycle start?

We’re looking for an experienced CNC Programmer / Setter to join a world-class precision engineering manufacturer in Crewkerne.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong Citizen sliding-head experience, who is confident programming, setting and troubleshooting machines and wants to work on high-precision components where quality really matters.

If you enjoy solving problems, improving processes and having genuine ownership of your work, this could be your next move.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll be responsible for setting, programming and operating CNC turning machines to produce complex, high-precision components to exacting standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting and operating Citizen CNC sliding-head machines
• Programming and editing CNC programmes using Fanuc controls and G-Code
• Producing precision components to tight tolerances
• Making programme and machine adjustments to optimise quality and efficiency
• Carrying out first-off inspections and quality checks
• Identifying and troubleshooting machining issues
• Working closely with production and engineering teams to meet targets
• Supporting Kaizen, Lean and Six Sigma improvement initiatives
• Supporting training and development initiatives
• Helping drive continuous improvements across the manufacturing process

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a genuine CNC Programmer / Setter — not someone whose experience is limited to operating machines.

You’ll ideally have:

• Proven experience programming and setting CNC turning machines
• Essential: Citizen sliding-head machine experience
• Strong knowledge of Fanuc controls and G-Code
• The ability to independently set machines and resolve machining issues
• Experience producing components to tight tolerances
• Strong inspection and quality awareness
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Kaizen, Lean and Six Sigma
• A proactive, reliable and team-focused approach

What's In It For You?

This is more than just another CNC job. You’ll be joining an established engineering business that invests in its people and offers excellent long-term benefits.

You’ll get:

• Up to £57,000 including shift allowance
• Quarterly bonus scheme
• Up to 9% employer pension contribution
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 30 days with service
• Option to buy an additional week of annual leave
• Health cash plan including dental and optical cover
• Retail discounts with brands including Tesco, Currys, Argos and Hoseasons
• Ongoing training and career development
• A technically challenging role where your expertise is valued
• A great work-life balance with an early finish before the weekend

Ready for Your Next Challenge?

If you're an experienced CNC Programmer / Setter with Citizen sliding-head experience and you're looking for a long-term opportunity with strong earning potential, excellent benefits and genuine career development, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and take the next step in your engineering career.