Job Description
Job Opportunity: CNC Machinist Programmer
Assignment Type: Full-time, Long-term Temporary
Working Hours: 37 hours/week, rotating shifts (Double Days: 6 am-2 pm/2 pm-10 pm; Fixed Nights: 10 pm-6 am)
Pay Rate: 20.69 per hour (After successful completion of 12 weeks, pay rate will change to 21.36) + uplift shift pay
Location: Depuy Synthes, St. Anthony's Road, Beeston, Leeds LS11 8DT
If you're an Advanced CNC Machinist Programmer looking to join a forward-thinking team in a global healthcare company, we'd love to hear from you!
About the Company
Join one of the world's leading and most broadly-based healthcare companies, renowned for over
130 years of commitment to improving global health and well-being. With a workforce of more than 130,000 employees worldwide, our client is dedicated to making healthcare accessible, affordable, and effective for all.
Role Overview
As a Production CNC Technician, you will play a vital role within the Operations team, supporting
engineering processes including the programming, setting, and operation of advanced CNC
machinery (5-axis Milling, Turning, surface grinding, etc.). You will also contribute to inspection
activities such as CMM and automated surface finish inspection.
Key Responsibilities
Operate multi-axis CNC machinery, associated ancillary equipment, and CMM measuring
equipment safely and reliably
Accurately interpret detailed technical drawings and work instructions
Develop innovative manufacturing initiatives to improve lead times and maximize value
Conduct asset care routines on equipment, including minor maintenance (e.g., lubrication,
filter changes)
Prioritize your workload and work flexibly to meet tight deadlines within health, safety, and
environmental guidelines
Foster effective communication and working relationships within your team and across
departments
Apply GMP practices, internal quality systems, and methods to all aspects of your work
Operate computer systems and software such as ADAPTIV, Seiki Systems (DNC), NX, and JDE
Maintain housekeeping standards and champion 6S practices in your work area
Required Experience & Skills
Proven experience in a similar CNC programming, setting, and operating role
Recognized qualification or demonstrated skills in CNC machine programming (Fanuc,
Mazotrol, Heidenhain, or Mill Plus)
Ideally, experience in the medical device sector (other regulated industries considered)
Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Familiarity with GMP practices and validation (medical device industry experience preferred)
Basic experience with 6S, Operator Asset Care, and Lean manufacturing
Understanding of quality systems and related standards
Proactive approach to continuous improvement
