Senior CAD/CAM Programmer

We are a well-established furniture manufacturing company seeking a highly experienced CAD/CAM Programmer to join our team full-time. This is a long-term position for someone with strong technical knowledge of furniture manufacturing, CNC programming, and production processes. We are looking for a self-motivated professional who can independently manage projects from design through to machine-ready production files. Key Responsibilities * Create detailed manufacturing drawings for furniture and wooden products. * Convert design drawings into accurate, production-ready CAD/CAM files. * Develop and optimise machining programs for CNC and 5-axis woodworking machines. * Plan machining strategies, toolpaths, tooling, feeds, speeds, and production sequences. * Work closely with our production and CNC operators to ensure smooth manufacturing. * Identify and resolve manufacturing or design challenges before production. * Maintain high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and quality across all projects. * Manage multiple projects independently while meeting production deadlines. Requirements * Extensive experience in CAD/CAM programming for furniture or woodworking manufacturing. * Strong understanding of furniture construction, joinery, machining processes, and production methods. * Hands-on experience working with CNC and 5-axis woodworking machines. * Proficiency in industry-standard CAD/CAM software such as Alphacam, Fusion 360, Mastercam, RhinoCAM, Aspire, ArtCAM, Powermill, SolidWorks, AutoCad or similar. * Ability to create production-ready machining files with minimal supervision. * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. * Excellent communication and organizational skills. Preferred Experience * Experience in manufacturing premium furniture, wooden doors, cabinetry, architectural joinery, or custom wood products. * Understanding of tooling, machine setup, and woodworking best practices. * Experience working directly with factory production teams. Who We’re Looking For This role is suited to someone who takes ownership of their work, thinks proactively, and understands both the design and manufacturing sides of furniture production. We are looking for an experienced professional who can become a key part of our manufacturing team and help improve productivity, accuracy, and production quality