Cnc Programmer Setter Operator

Job Title: CNC Programmer/Engineer Location: Stockton Hourly Rate: Competitive Shifts: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday Benefits: * 25 days holiday + bank holidays * Company pension after 3 months (5% employee / 4% employer) * Overtime opportunities * Ongoing training & career development * Stable Monday–Friday hours * Modern precision engineering environment The Company: Theo James Recruitment is proud to be supporting a highly respected precision manufacturer operating within a specialist regulated sector. With advanced machining technology, strong investment in engineering capability, and a reputation for quality, this is an excellent opportunity for a CNC Programmer/Engineer to join a forward-thinking team delivering complex tooling and precision components. Job Description: This CNC Programmer/Engineer role is ideal for someone with strong CNC milling, turning, and sliding head expertise who enjoys both hands-on machining and process improvement. The successful CNC Programmer/Engineer will manufacture tooling, fixtures, jigs, and bespoke components while supporting prototype builds and engineering-led improvement projects. A key part of the role is programming Fanuc-controlled machines from scratch, optimising existing programs, improving cycle times, troubleshooting machining issues, and ensuring all parts meet tight tolerances and quality standards. You will work closely with engineering, production, quality, and tooling suppliers to improve manufacturing performance and minimise downtime. Skills & Experience: * Time Served Machinist * Proven experience across CNC lathes, mills, or sliding head machines. * Programmed Fanuc machines from scratch. * Experience of CAM/Offline programming. * Confident reading engineering drawings. * Experience producing tooling, fixtures, and high-precision components is essential. Why Should You Apply? This CNC Programmer/Engineer opportunity offers long-term stability, excellent work-life balance, and the chance to work on technically challenging precision projects in a highly advanced environment. You will directly influence machining strategy, tooling methods, and process improvements while developing your expertise in a business that values engineering excellence. If you are a CNC Programmer/Engineer seeking a secure role with strong benefits, career progression, and cutting-edge CNC technology, this is an outstanding next step for an experienced CNC Programmer/Engineer