CNC Offline Programmer

CNC Offline Programmer | Poole | £50,000

Are you a precision‑driven manufacturing specialist who thrives on solving complex machining challenges? This CNC Offline Programmer role offers the chance to shape cutting‑edge manufacturing processes, elevate machining performance, and influence the introduction of new products within a growing and forward‑thinking engineering environment.

If you enjoy autonomy, technical depth, and seeing your programming expertise directly impact quality, cost, and delivery performance, this CNC Offline Programmer opportunity will offer exactly that.

• Autonomy and ownership over CNC programming for 3, 4 and 5 axis machining
• Opportunity to influence NPI activities and future manufacturing strategy
• Access to a company gym
• Structured improvement culture shaped around Lean and continuous development
• Monthly reward and recognition schemes
• Exposure to advanced tooling, work‑holding and machining technologies
• A growing environment where innovation is encouraged and supported

• Producing CNC programmes, set‑up sheets and tooling documentation from planned processes
• Developing efficient, high‑quality machining methods for new and existing products
• Owning production routings, tooling, gauges, test equipment, fixtures and programme configuration
• Collaborating with QA to ensure inspection requirements are captured and controlled
• Supporting cost‑reduction opportunities and process optimisation initiatives
• Using data‑driven analysis to improve product yield, cost performance and delivery outcomes

• Interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications with accuracy
• Strong knowledge of general machining including milling and turning
• Proficient use of CAD/CAM systems, ideally Fusion 360 or similar
• Experience with in Aerospace, Defence, or other precision engineering environments
• Understanding of AS9100 standards and Lean improvement methodologies
• Engineering qualifications such as HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up‑to‑date CV or call Ella Deeley at Rubicon for more information.