CNC Technician

CNC Technician

Location: Tewkesbury
Department: Production
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Reports To: Shift Supervisor & Engineering Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled CNC Technician to join our Production team. This is a production-led role with a strong focus on supporting Engineering in the introduction of new products (NPI) and improving existing machining processes. You will act as the on-shift technical authority, providing hands-on support, problem solving, coaching, and process optimisation across a multi-axis CNC machining environment.

Working closely with Production and Engineering, you will help ensure that all engineering requirements are fully realised, implemented, and continuously improved-driving quality, efficiency, and machine utilisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC professional who enjoys technical problem solving, mentoring others, and contributing to process excellence in a fast-moving precision engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Perform NPI setups and ensure smooth introduction of new products
* Apply process improvements to optimise productivity and efficiency
* Make approved edits to CNC programs and CAM files in line with engineering requirements
* Provide technical support and leadership to setter-operators on shift
* Coach and mentor machinists to improve capability and consistency
* Ensure safe and efficient running of shift equipment, following best practices
* Identify and resolve machining issues using structured problem-solving techniques
* Maximise machine utilisation while maintaining quality and compliance
* Self-inspect work using precision measurement tools
* Support the Control of Non-Conforming Outputs process (QP-009) and raise NCRs as required
* Collaborate with Engineering, Production and Quality to support continuous improvement activities

Skills & Knowledge Required

* Extensive knowledge of CNC machine capabilities, control languages, tooling and production processes
* Strong understanding of materials, tolerances, and quality standards (GD&T essential)
* Proficient in CAD/CAM - ideally HyperMill for programming and SolidWorks for modelling
* Confident editing CNC programs and working with multi-axis machinery
* Ability to measure, self-inspect and verify critical dimensions
* Strong knowledge of programming codes and machining principles
* Capable of coaching and developing teams in a precision machining environment
* Understanding of process change management and production planning

Experience & Qualifications

* Time-served apprenticeship with qualifications in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
* Significant hands-on CNC machining experience (multi-axis preferred)
* Strong background working with complex, difficult-to-machine materials
* Proven capability in precision engineered components
* Previous New Product Introduction (NPI) experience (preferred but not essential)

Personal Attributes

* Excellent communicator with strong organisational skills
* Results-driven with the ability to influence, challenge and drive performance
* Proactive, analytical, and confident in problem solving
* Able to work independently while supporting wider teams
* Comfortable in fast-paced environments with varying priorities
* Flexible and ready to take on ad-hoc projects as required

Additional Requirements

* Compliance with all Health & Safety, Security, and company procedures
* Ability to take on any reasonable additional tasks required by the business

Key Performance Indicators

* Full compliance with internal SQDCP KPIs
* Delivery of engineering solutions on time and to required specification
* Effective collaboration with operations and engineering teams

How to Apply

If you are an experienced CNC Technician looking for a role where you can have real technical influence and contribute to high-quality engineering output, we would love to hear from you.