CNC Programmer Location: Walsall Salary: £40- 45,000 About the Company: Our client are a leading precision engineering firm specializing in delivering high-quality products to clients within the aerospace and automotive industries. Currently seeking a CNC Production Engineer to join our dynamic team and support our commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and cutting-edge manufacturing. Role Overview: About the Role: As a CNC Production Engineer, where you will be responsible for programming CNC milling machines, optimizing CNC programs, and ensuring the production of high-quality parts. You'll work with machining technicians, assist with continuous improvement initiatives, and help deliver projects on time and to specification. Key Responsibilities: * Program and optimize CNC milling machines for efficient, cost-effective production. * Improve both new and existing CNC programs. * Support machining technicians to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality part delivery. * Adhere to AS9100D standards in program infrastructure. * Design versatile fixturing and introduce new tooling and cutting techniques. * Ensure timely and accurate delivery (Right First Time and On-Time In-Full). * Collaborate with engineers to identify best manufacturing methods. Skills & Experience: * Essential: HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. * Knowledge of ISO9001 & AS9100, experience in aerospace or automotive, and proficiency in CAD/CAM software. * Experience in CNC machining in a precision engineering environment. * Proficiency in CNC programming (Fanuc, Heidenhain) and 3D modeling (Solidworks, Visi). * Strong knowledge of CNC turning and milling (up to 5-axis). * Familiarity with VISI CAM (offline programming). * Knowledge of tooling, fixtures, and lean manufacturing principles