GI Group is hiring on behalf of our client for a 5-Axis CNC Programmer Lead in County Galway

Your Role
This is a full-time role for an experienced 5-Axis CNC Programmer with proven leadership ability. In addition to programming, operating, and maintaining multiple 5-Axis CNC machines, the successful candidate will lead a production cell team, ensuring output meets performance, quality, and safety standards. You will coordinate daily tasks, monitor team performance, address issues proactively, and report results to Production Managers.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of CNC machinists and operatives within the assigned production cell.
• Monitor daily performance, output, and quality metrics; report progress and issues to Production Managers.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements and promote a strong safety culture.
• Generate CNC programs to produce precision components for volumes ranging from one-off parts to mass production.
• Achieve production targets and output requirements while maintaining high quality standards.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Load raw materials onto machines and select appropriate work/tool holdings.
• Select optimal tool paths and machining strategies to maximise efficiency and quality.
• Oversee and carry out required preventative machine maintenance.
• Perform and supervise quality inspections on finished components.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the cell to optimise workflow and reduce downtime.

Requirements for The Role

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a CNC programmer in a high-precision production environment.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in CAM software, preferably SolidCam, and familiarity with Hurco machines.
• Knowledge and understanding of GD&T.
• Strong communication and team coordination skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, with highly developed technical and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience machining various materials such as stainless steel, aluminium, and medical-grade plastics.
• High competency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and CAD.

Job Types:

• Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• On-site parking
• Health Insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location:

• In person (County Galway)

GI Group is hiring on behalf of our client for a 5-Axis CNC Programmer Lead in County Galway
Your Role
This is a full-time role for an experienced 5-Axis CNC Programmer with proven leadership ability. In addition to programming, operating, and maintaining multiple 5-Axis CNC machines, the successful candidate will lead a production cell team, ensuring output meets performance, quality, and safety standards. You will coordinate daily tasks, monitor team performance, address issues proactively, and report results to Production Managers.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of CNC machinists and operatives within the assigned production cell.
• Monitor daily performance, output, and quality metrics; report progress and issues to Production Managers.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements and promote a strong safety culture.
• Generate CNC programs to produce precision components for volumes ranging from one-off parts to mass production.
• Achieve production targets and output requirements while maintaining high quality standards.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Load raw materials onto machines and select appropriate work/tool holdings.
• Select optimal tool paths and machining strategies to maximise efficiency and quality.
• Oversee and carry out required preventative machine maintenance.
• Perform and supervise quality inspections on finished components.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the cell to optimise workflow and reduce downtime.

Requirements for The Role

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a CNC programmer in a high-precision production environment.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in CAM software, preferably SolidCam, and familiarity with Hurco machines.
• Knowledge and understanding of GD&T.
• Strong communication and team coordination skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, with highly developed technical and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience machining various materials such as stainless steel, aluminium, and medical-grade plastics.
• High competency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and CAD.

KSGalway

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