CNC Programmer

1 day ago


North Watford, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Location - Watford

Salary - Up to £50k

CNC Programmer

Are you ready to elevate your career with a company that has been shaping precision engineering since 1946? Colpa Precision Engineering Ltd, based in Watford, is a leader in manufacturing high-quality components for industries such as aerospace, medical, electronics, and telecommunications. With over 60 years of expertise, ISO 9001 certification, and a reputation for innovation, we’re proud to combine cutting-edge technology with a steadfast commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Why Colpa?

Work with state-of-the-art machinery, including advanced Citizen sliding-head machines. Join a team that thrives on efficiency, creativity, and continuous improvement. Be part of diverse and engaging projects, from prototypes to high-volume production.

The benefits you’ll receive from us as a CNC Programmer in our business:

Yearly Bonus

Company Pension

A Legacy of Innovation

Engaging Projects – Work on a variety of prototypes and high-volume production projects that shape the future of multiple industries.

Collaborative Environment – Join a team that values teamwork, creativity, and continuous improvement.

Your duties as a CNC Programmer will include:

Programming and setting Citizen or Star Sliding Head Lathes for the manufacture of prototype and small-to-medium batch components meeting aerospace standards.

Work with stainless steel, aluminium, and brass to deliver high-precision results.

The successful CNC Programmer will ideally have the below skills:

Proven experience in setting and operating CNC lathes for small-to-medium batch, high-precision components.

The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings with confidence and accuracy.

Ideally, an engineering apprenticeship, though relevant experience is the key to success.

Take your career to new heights with Colpa Precision Engineering. Apply today and be a part of a team that’s defining excellence in manufacturing.

Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately, we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website


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