Cnc Miller

The Role
My client is seeking an experienced CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join their precision engineering team. The role involves programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines to produce high-quality components in line with detailed engineering drawings and customer specifications.

You will play a key role in ensuring parts are manufactured accurately, efficiently, and to the required standards, while contributing to overall production performance.

Key Responsibilities
• Programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines to manufacture precision components

• Producing parts in line with engineering drawings and customer specifications

• Selecting appropriate tooling, cutting strategies and machining methods to optimise efficiency

• Ensuring all components meet required quality standards and tolerances

• Working to production schedules and deadlines to meet business and customer requirements

• Carrying out basic inspection and quality checks

• Identifying and resolving machining issues to maintain productivity

• Supporting continuous improvement within the machine shop

The Candidate
Completed an engineering apprenticeship or gained equivalent hands-on machining experience

Strong experience with CNC milling machines

Experience working with CAD/CAM software would be beneficial

Exposure to multi-axis machining centres is advantageous

Experience using manual machines

Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability

Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload

Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office

Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work effectively within a team

Salary
£30,000- £40,000 plus overtime depending on skills and experience