CNC Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Rotherham

Salary: £40,000

6 month FTC

Shift Pattern: Days (Monday–Friday)

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and highly skilled CNC Manufacturing Engineer to support efficient delivery of mould shop operations. This role involves collaborating closely with production leadership, optimising manufacturing methods, supporting CNC programming activities, and ensuring the team is fully prepared to meet production targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Production & Workflow Support
• Work closely with the Mould Shop Manager, Co-ordinator and Foreman to ensure the 4-week production plan is completed efficiently and on time.
• Support CNC team members by ensuring they have the required tools, fixtures and information for upcoming jobs.
• Provide prove-out support on the shop floor for new or updated processes.
• Review, update and create manufacturing methods to improve efficiency and quality.
• Design and develop effective work-holding and fixturing solutions.
• Review CAD models using platforms such as Inventor or SolidCAM, extracting all necessary production information.
• Write, edit and simulate CNC programs.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation including SOPs, tooling sheets, inspection sheets and related production materials.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to the CNC team.
• Liaise with the internal design department to gather technical information and resolve queries.
• Promote strong communication across all relevant business functions.
• Undertake additional reasonable duties to support wider operational needs.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of measurement methods and inspection techniques.
• Support continuous improvement activities, including 6S and lean initiatives.

Person Specification

• Experience with Fanuc or XYZ controls.
• Strong machining background (CNC, manual, milling and turning).
• Proven experience creating and editing CNC programs.
• Competent with CAD/CAM software.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of motivation.
• Thorough understanding of 6S and experience implementing it from the ground up.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-organised with the ability to manage time effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general IT systems.
• Able to use own initiative and work effectively in a team.
• Lean experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Time-served Toolroom Apprenticeship preferred.
• Relevant engineering qualifications will also be considered.
• Professional, motivated and commercially aware.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and delegate when needed.
• Resilient, decisive and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Open to change and able to adapt to technical and cultural shifts.
• Logical, analytical and proactive in identifying process improvements.
• Inclusive and confident communicator across all levels.
• Willing to take ownership and complete additional tasks when required.
• Promotes a positive safety culture and adheres to health and safety standards.