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Cnc Miller Programmer - Heidenhain

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Posted on Jul 1, 2026 by CV-Library
Halifax, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£34k - £37k Annual
Full-Time
Job Title: Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator - Heidenhain

Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire

Hourly Rate: £17.50 - £19.80 (Experience Dependent)

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift Pattern: Day Shift – 38 hours per week

Working Hours:
⦁ Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 3:30pm
⦁ Friday: 7:00am – 1:00pm

Job Description
My client is seeking an experienced Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join their precision machining team. This role is ideal for a skilled CNC machinist with hands-on experience programming, setting, and operating 3 and 4 Axis vertical milling machines using Heidenhain controls.
You will be machining high-precision components from a variety of materials, including exotic and hard-to-machine alloys such as Inconel and Nitronic, to exacting quality and tolerance standards.

Key Responsibilities
⦁ Program new CNC milling jobs directly at the machine using Heidenhain controls
⦁ Set up and operate vertical milling machines
⦁ Load, prove, edit, and optimise CNC programs
⦁ Accurately set up and load fixtures, vices, and tooling
⦁ Machine components from materials including Inconel, Nitronic, stainless steels, and other high-spec alloys
⦁ Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
⦁ Select appropriate tooling, feeds, speeds, and cutting strategies for exotic materials
⦁ Carry out first-off and in-process inspection to ensure quality compliance
⦁ Maintain tight tolerances and high surface finish standards
⦁ Identify and resolve machining, tooling, and process issues
⦁ Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
⦁ Comply with all company health, safety, and quality procedures

Skills & Experience Required
⦁ Proven experience as a CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator
⦁ Strong working knowledge of Heidenhain CNC control systems
⦁ Experience operating vertical milling machines
⦁ Ability to program directly at the machine
⦁ Experience machining exotic or hard-to-machine materials (e.g., Inconel, Nitronic)
⦁ Confident in fixture setup, tooling selection, and work offset setting
⦁ Strong understanding of cutting tools and advanced machining practices
⦁ Ability to work accurately to tight tolerances
⦁ Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail
⦁ Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Desirable (but not essential):
⦁ Experience with one-off, prototype, or small batch production
⦁ Background in precision or high-integrity industries (aerospace, oil & gas, medical, motorsport)
⦁ Knowledge of continuous improvement or lean manufacturing techniques

Benefits
⦁ Competitive salary dependent on experience
⦁ Stable day shift working pattern (38 hours per week)
⦁ Early finish on Fridays
⦁ Modern, well-equipped machining environment
⦁ 32 days of annual leave, including:
⦁ Christmas period (approx. 5 days)
⦁ All UK statutory holidays (8 days)
⦁ 144 hours (19 days) flexible leave to use as you wish
⦁ Long-term career opportunity within a respected precision engineering company

WHAT NEXT?
Have you the experience? The company welcomes a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment, and the people you will work with!

If you would like to speak to someone about booking a site visit, please contact Antony Brunn on (phone number removed) for more information or send an email to (url removed)

Immediate starts are available!

Workforce Technical place skilled and in-demand professionals on permanent and contract roles across Engineering, Technical, and Manufacturing sectors—from Shop Floor Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions. Operating throughout Central England, our Specialist Consultants understand your skills and provide the best advice on your next career step.

We’re always searching for top talent—if you know someone suitable, why not recommend them to one of our team who will be happy to help.

MEAB

Reference: 225316994

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Cnc Miller Programmer - Heidenhain

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Posted on Jul 1, 2026 by CV-Library

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Halifax, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£34k - £37k Annual
Full-Time
Job Title: Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator - Heidenhain

Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire

Hourly Rate: £17.50 - £19.80 (Experience Dependent)

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift Pattern: Day Shift – 38 hours per week

Working Hours:
⦁ Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 3:30pm
⦁ Friday: 7:00am – 1:00pm

Job Description
My client is seeking an experienced Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join their precision machining team. This role is ideal for a skilled CNC machinist with hands-on experience programming, setting, and operating 3 and 4 Axis vertical milling machines using Heidenhain controls.
You will be machining high-precision components from a variety of materials, including exotic and hard-to-machine alloys such as Inconel and Nitronic, to exacting quality and tolerance standards.

Key Responsibilities
⦁ Program new CNC milling jobs directly at the machine using Heidenhain controls
⦁ Set up and operate vertical milling machines
⦁ Load, prove, edit, and optimise CNC programs
⦁ Accurately set up and load fixtures, vices, and tooling
⦁ Machine components from materials including Inconel, Nitronic, stainless steels, and other high-spec alloys
⦁ Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
⦁ Select appropriate tooling, feeds, speeds, and cutting strategies for exotic materials
⦁ Carry out first-off and in-process inspection to ensure quality compliance
⦁ Maintain tight tolerances and high surface finish standards
⦁ Identify and resolve machining, tooling, and process issues
⦁ Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
⦁ Comply with all company health, safety, and quality procedures

Skills & Experience Required
⦁ Proven experience as a CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator
⦁ Strong working knowledge of Heidenhain CNC control systems
⦁ Experience operating vertical milling machines
⦁ Ability to program directly at the machine
⦁ Experience machining exotic or hard-to-machine materials (e.g., Inconel, Nitronic)
⦁ Confident in fixture setup, tooling selection, and work offset setting
⦁ Strong understanding of cutting tools and advanced machining practices
⦁ Ability to work accurately to tight tolerances
⦁ Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail
⦁ Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Desirable (but not essential):
⦁ Experience with one-off, prototype, or small batch production
⦁ Background in precision or high-integrity industries (aerospace, oil & gas, medical, motorsport)
⦁ Knowledge of continuous improvement or lean manufacturing techniques

Benefits
⦁ Competitive salary dependent on experience
⦁ Stable day shift working pattern (38 hours per week)
⦁ Early finish on Fridays
⦁ Modern, well-equipped machining environment
⦁ 32 days of annual leave, including:
⦁ Christmas period (approx. 5 days)
⦁ All UK statutory holidays (8 days)
⦁ 144 hours (19 days) flexible leave to use as you wish
⦁ Long-term career opportunity within a respected precision engineering company

WHAT NEXT?
Have you the experience? The company welcomes a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment, and the people you will work with!

If you would like to speak to someone about booking a site visit, please contact Antony Brunn on (phone number removed) for more information or send an email to (url removed)

Immediate starts are available!

Workforce Technical place skilled and in-demand professionals on permanent and contract roles across Engineering, Technical, and Manufacturing sectors—from Shop Floor Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions. Operating throughout Central England, our Specialist Consultants understand your skills and provide the best advice on your next career step.

We’re always searching for top talent—if you know someone suitable, why not recommend them to one of our team who will be happy to help.

MEAB
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