Location
Ferndown, Dorset, England
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
06/05/2026
Closing date
03/06/2026
CNC Programmer | Ferndown | Up to £22 per hour
Are you an experienced CNC Programmer looking for stability, structure and technically demanding work?
Do you prefer the consistency of days or the flexibility and focus of a night shift pattern?
This opportunity is open to two CNC Programmers , one on days and one on nights, within a precision-led manufacturing environment supplying Aerospace and Defence customers.
This is a full-time, permanent role for a capable CNC Programmer who enjoys full ownership of programming, setting and operating CNC turning centres.
Shift options available:
Day shift : 4.5-day working week- £20ph
Night shift : Monday to Thursday, 4-day working week- £22ph
As a CNC Programmer, you will benefit from:
A full-time, permanent role with a clear and consistent shift pattern
Choice of day shift or night shift to suit your working preference
End-to-end responsibility from programme creation through to final inspection
Technically demanding work producing high-integrity components for Aerospace and Defence
A structured, organised workshop with strong 5S and HSE standards
Autonomy in your role, supported by experienced engineering and quality teams
As a CNC Programmer, your responsibilities will include:
Programming, setting and operating CNC turning centres to engineering drawings
Running twin-spindle machines as part of production requirements
Proving out programmes and making edits to optimise quality and efficiency
Producing components to tight tolerances with consistent self-inspection
Maintaining tooling, offsets, fixtures and machine set-ups
Completing routine machine care and maintaining a clean, safe work area
As a CNC Programmer, your experience will include:
A minimum of 4 years' time-served experience in CNC machining
Proven background as a CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator
Essential experience working with twin-spindle machining centres
Strong CNC programming knowledge, ideally Mitsubishi, with Siemens or Fanuc also considered
Confident drawing interpretation and use of precision measuring equipment
Sliding head experience beneficial, with Citizen M32 knowledge a significant advantage
If you are ready to take the next step as a CNC Programmer , whether on days or nights, this role offers structure, autonomy and long-term security. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Ella Deeley at Rubicon for more information.