CNC Miller

About the Role

My client seeking an experienced CNC Miller / 5-Axis Programmer to join their growing precision engineering team manufacturing complex, high-tolerance components for Aerospace, Defence and Formula 1 customers.

The successful candidate will have strong experience programming and operating 5-axis CNC milling machines, ideally Hurco and/or Mazak, with advanced CAD/CAM programming capability using hyperMill. This role requires a highly skilled machinist capable of producing complex components from a range of aerospace-grade materials while working to extremely tight tolerances and high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC milling machines
• Producing complex precision-machined components for Aerospace and F1 applications
• Offline programming using hyperMill CAD/CAM software
• Editing and optimising CNC programs at the machine
• Working from engineering drawings, CAD models and customer specifications
• Machining a range of materials including aluminium, stainless steel, titanium, Inconel and exotic alloys
• Selecting appropriate tooling, fixtures and machining strategies
• Ensuring parts are manufactured to tight tolerances and surface finish requirements
• Carrying out first-off, in-process and final inspection using measuring equipment
• Supporting continuous improvement in machining methods, cycle times and quality
• Maintaining high housekeeping and health & safety standards
• Collaborating with production, quality and engineering teams to meet delivery schedules

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a CNC Miller within Aerospace, Motorsport, Formula 1 or high-precision engineering
• Strong 5-axis machining experience
• Experience with Hurco and/or Mazak CNC machinery
• Advanced hyperMill programming experience essential
• Ability to create programs from CAD models and technical drawings
• Experience machining complex components and tight tolerance work
• Knowledge of aerospace materials and machining techniques
• Ability to independently set and operate CNC milling machines

What We Offer

• Basic Salary up to £19-£25 Per hour – DOE
• Core working Hours: Monday – Thursday 07:30 to 15:30 / Friday 07:30 to 14:30
• Plenty of overtime available