Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: Day Shift – 38 hours per week

 

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 07:00 – 15:30
• Friday: 07:00 – 13:00

Salary

£16 - 19.80ph (DOE)

Role of a CNC Miller Setter Operator Programmer

A well-established precision engineering company is seeking an experienced CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join its machining team on a permanent day shift basis.

This role is ideally suited to a skilled CNC machinist with experience programming, setting, and operating CNC vertical milling machines using Heidenhain controls. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-precision components to exacting quality standards, including machining a range of specialist and difficult-to-machine materials.

Key Responsibilities of a CNC Miller Setter Operator Programmer

• Program CNC milling jobs directly at the machine using Heidenhain controls
• Set and operate CNC vertical milling machines
• Load, prove, edit, and optimise CNC programs
• Accurately set up fixtures, vices, workholding equipment, and tooling
• Install and adjust cutting tools to suit production requirements
• Carry out tool offsets and minor program edits where necessary
• Machine components from a range of materials including stainless steels and specialist alloys
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Select appropriate tooling, feeds, speeds, and machining strategies
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspection using measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, and gauges
• Maintain tight tolerances and high surface finish standards
• Identify and resolve machining, tooling, and process issues
• Ensure all components meet required quality standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to achieve operational targets
• Follow all company health, safety, and quality procedures

Skills & Experience Required of CNC Miller Setter Operator Programmer

• Proven experience as a CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator or Milling Setter / Operator
• Strong understanding of CNC machining principles and tooling
• Strong working knowledge of Heidenhain CNC control systems
• Experience operating CNC vertical milling machines
• Ability to confidently interpret engineering drawings
• Competent in the use of precision measuring instruments
• Experience setting fixtures, tooling, and work offsets
• Ability to work accurately to tight tolerances
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently or within a team

Desirable Experience of a CNC Miller Setter Operator Programmer

• Experience machining exotic or difficult-to-machine materials
• Experience within precision engineering or high-integrity industries such as aerospace, oil & gas, medical, or motorsport
• Experience in one-off, prototype, or small batch production
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement techniques

Additional Opportunity Available: CNC Milling Setter / Operator positions are also available within the machining team for experienced candidates with strong setting and operating backgrounds.

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