CNC Programmers / Setters – 3-Axis, 5-Axis & Multi-Axis Turning

About Your New Employer

• Join a precision engineering specialist supporting the Aerospace, Medical Device, and Advanced Manufacturing sectors.
• Work with the latest CNC and CAM technologies to manufacture complex, tight-tolerance components.
• Be part of a growing team that values quality, continuous improvement, and a collaborative work environment.

About Your New Job

• Programming, setting, and operating 3-axis, 5-axis, or multi-axis CNC lathes/mill-turn machines.
• Developing efficient toolpaths using CAM systems such as HyperMILL, Mastercam, or Fusion 360.
• Producing high-precision parts for aerospace and medical device applications.
• Managing tooling selection, work holding, fixture design, and machining strategies.
• Inspecting components using metrology tools and interpreting drawings/GD&T.
• Ensuring all work meets regulatory and customer standards.
• Optimizing cycle times, machining parameters, tool life, and workflow.
• Troubleshooting machining issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Working cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and production teams.
• Supporting ongoing process improvements and lean initiatives.
• Contributing to new product introductions and complex machining projects.

What Skills You Need

• 3+ years CNC machining/programming experience (milling, turning, or both).
• Experience in aerospace or medical device precision machining highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and Inconel.
• Ability to work to tight tolerances and complex geometries.
• Engineering apprenticeship or time-served toolmaker qualification beneficial.
• Strong understanding of ISO9001 / ISO13485 / AS9100 requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and communication skills.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary 
• Optional overtime.
• Career development and upskilling opportunities.
• Relaxed and collaborative work environment.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Annual leave + bank holidays.
• Free onsite parking.
• Wellbeing supports.
• Exposure to advanced technologies and high-value engineering projects.

Apply now by clicking the “Apply Now" button or contact Ross Keyes at rkeyes@sigmar.ie . If the job isn’t quite right but you are looking for something similar, please get in touch. We also have multiple Temp, FTC, and Contract jobs available.