Job Description

Mini Gears Stockport Ltd is an award-winning engineering Company that supply a wide range of gears and machined components worldwide to various industries. We are looking for a CNC Turning Programmer/ Production Engineer to join our team.

Join an Award-Winning Engineering Team at Mini Gears Stockport Ltd!

Are you a skilled CNC Turning Programmer/ Production Engineer looking to take your career to the next level? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where your expertise makes a real impact?

At Mini Gears Stockport Ltd, we are proud to be a globally recognised, award-winning engineering company supplying precision gears and machined components to industries worldwide. We are growing- and we want you to grow with us.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced CNC Turning Programmer/ Production Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of programming and production engineering in a technically diverse and autonomous role.

You will work with cutting-edge CNC turning machines (Mazak, Doosan, Victor, HAAS) and play a key role in driving innovation, efficiency, and quality across our turning department.

Key Responsibilities

Program and optimise

CNC turning machines (Mazak, Doosan, Victor, HAAS) using

Fanuc

and

Mazatrol

controls to ensure efficient and accurate production.

Manage and maintain

the DNC system and oversee program control across the turning department.

Continuously improve

machining processes by evaluating cutting methods, speeds, feeds, and tooling strategies.

Drive production efficiency

and reduce waste through proactive process improvements and lean manufacturing principles.

Represent the turning department

in APQP meetings, contributing technical insight during new product development.

Select and procure tooling

for new components, ensuring timely availability in line with production schedules.

Monitor and control tooling costs

, ensuring alignment with departmental budgets and cost-saving initiatives.

Develop and prove out

CNC programs for new and complex turned components, ensuring first-time-right quality.

Create detailed setup sheets

and supporting documentation to guide shop floor operations.

Track and analyse cycle times

, collaborating with engineering teams to identify and implement performance improvements.

Support and train production staff

, sharing best practices in CNC turning and promoting skills development.

Interpret engineering drawings and 3D models

independently, ensuring accurate translation into machining operations. Apply

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

principles to ensure precision and compliance with specifications.

Program multi-axis turning centres

(e.g., Mazak Integrex with live tooling) where applicable. Utilise

Mazatrol, Fanuc, and FeatureCAM

(or similar CAM software) for both online and offline programming. Collaborate with tooling suppliers to

introduce new tooling solutions

and machining methods. Apply

continuous improvement methodologies

such as

Kaizen

and

5S

to enhance workflow and productivity.

Requirements

A

HND/HNC in Manufacturing Engineering

or a closely related discipline.

Apprenticeship-trained

or fully qualified CNC programmer with a solid background in turning operations. Demonstrated expertise in

offline and online programming

for CNC lathes. Strong knowledge of

machining techniques

for complex turned components. Proficiency in

Fanuc

and

Mazatrol

control systems. Ability to confidently

read and interpret engineering drawings and 3D CAD models

. Solid understanding of

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

. Experience in

tooling selection

and working collaboratively with tooling suppliers. Familiarity with

continuous improvement practices

, including

Kaizen

,

5S

, and lean manufacturing principles.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 41,000 - 48,000

Expected hours: 39 per week

Benefits:

Free parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 41,000.00-48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Stockport SK4 3ED: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person