Production Technology Engineer

Job Title: Production Engineer Shift: Day shift Salary: Competitive Salary This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled machine shop team in Gloucestershire, working on complex, high-precision components including, small batch and NPI projects. We are looking for a confident CNC Programmer / Production Engineer who can create accurate CNC programs, support shop floor operations, and work closely with engineering, design and production teams to ensure components are manufactured to the highest standard. As a CNC Programmer / Production Engineer, you will be responsible for producing CNC programs and all supporting documentation for the shop floor. You will support the wider machine shop operation, including NPI development and small batch work, tooling requirements, routings, job packs and production documentation. This role would suit someone with a strong machining background who enjoys both technical programming and broader production engineering responsibilities. Key Responsibilities –Production Engineer • Create CNC programs using CAM software • Support NPI, small batch and precision machining work • Read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T • Work closely with designers, buyers, engineers and production teams • Support tooling selection, ordering and consumables • Maintain accurate TPM records and machine maintenance sheets • Monitor maintenance reports and investigate discrepancies • Coordinate machine servicing schedules and engineer visits • Maintain tool vending machine inventory • Ensure material, tooling and programming information is properly controlled • Promote safe working practices within the manufacturing environment Qualifications & Requirements – Production Engineer • Minimum 3 years' CNC programming / CAM programming experience • Experience using CAM software such as HyperMILL, Mastercam, Edgecam, Siemens NX, SolidCAM, Fusion 360, FeatureCAM, Delcam, PowerMill or similar • 5-axis programming experience would be highly advantageous • A strong machining background across batch production and NPI • Experience programming complex, high-precision components • Good knowledge of CNC machine tools and manufacturing processes • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T • Experience with mechanical assembly would be advantageous • What we can offer – Production Engineer Competitive salary Company pension plan Group life assurance Onsite parking Sick Pay Candidates who are currently a CNC Programmer, Manufacturing Engineer or CNC Programmer Setter Operator may be suitable for this role. For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website