CNC Programmer / Setter Operator (Milling and/or Turning) Location: Near Folkestone, Kent Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum Job type: Full-time, permanent About the role A well-established precision engineering company is looking for an experienced CNC Programmer to join its team near Folkestone. You will programme, set up and run CNC milling and/or turning machines to produce high-quality precision components, working to engineering drawings and checking your own work to make sure tolerances are met. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on programmer who wants to develop their skills in a supportive, growing business, with training available on new controllers and software. Key responsibilities - Write and edit CNC programs for milling and/or turning machines, at the machine and offline - Set up and operate CNC milling and/or turning machines to produce precision components to drawing and tolerance - Read and interpret engineering drawings and plan efficient machining processes - Select tooling, fixtures and cutting parameters to improve quality and cycle times - Inspect your own work using standard measuring equipment - Prove out new programs and carry out first-off checks - Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy and housekeeping Essential requirements - Proven CNC programming experience - Experience on CNC milling and/or turning machines (we will consider candidates with experience in just one of these for the right person) - Experience on at least one of these controllers: Heidenhain, Fanuc or Prototrak (training provided on the others) - Ability to read engineering drawings - Able to inspect own work to ensure tolerances are correct - A stable work history Desirable - Offline programming / CAM software experience (training available) - Experience across more than one machine controller Package - Salary up to £40,000 per annum with premium overtime rates