EDM Programmer Setter Operator

Wire EDM Programmer

Commutable from:
Wolverhampton, Tipton, Walsall

Salary: £16.00 - £18.00 per hour

Hours:

Monday to Thursday 07:00 - 16:00 | Friday 07:00 - 12:30

• £16.00 - £18.00 per hour
• 36 days annual holiday including statutory holidays
• Early finish every Friday
• Company pension scheme
• Opportunity to work with advanced EDM technology
• Training and development opportunities
• Stable permanent position within a growing precision engineering business
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Our client is a well‑established precision engineering business with an excellent reputation for manufacturing high‑quality tooling, fixtures and precision‑engineered components for a range of demanding industries.

Operating from a modern manufacturing facility, they continue to invest in advanced machining technology, employee development and continuous improvement. They offer a stable and supportive working environment where skilled engineers are valued and encouraged to develop their careers.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Wire EDM Programmer to join a highly skilled engineering team.

• Program, set and operate Wire EDM machinery
• Manufacture precision press tooling, fixtures and engineered components
• Interpret CAD data and detailed engineering drawings
• Produce components to tight tolerances and exact specifications
• Maintain high standards of quality and accuracy throughout production
  
  Carry out routine machine checks and basic maintenance activities
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the machining department
• Conduct self‑inspection using a range of measuring equipment
• Work closely with engineering and production teams to meet delivery schedules
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment

• Experience programming, setting and operating Wire EDM machinery
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
• Experience working from CAD data and technical specifications
• Strong understanding of precision engineering and tight tolerance manufacturing
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Experience using Agie & Charmilles Wire EDM machines
• Knowledge of P.E.P.S., Opticam or Visi software
• Experience with in toolmaking, press tooling or low‑volume precision manufacturing