CNC Miller Setter Programmer

Rate: £880 per week
Hours: Mon–Thurs 08:00–16:30, Fri 08:00–14:00
The Role:
Join a small, friendly toolroom team producing prototype, first-off, small batch, and large precision components for aerospace, automotive, medical, marine, and nuclear sectors.
Benefit from working in a close-knit workshop while being part of a larger engineering group with a £60M turnover, combining personal support with stability and growth opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Program, set, and operate 3 & 5 axis CNC milling machines
* Produce first-off, prototype, small batch, and large components
* Plan tooling sequences, adjust feeds, speeds, and cutting strategies to control vibration and ensure accuracy
* Work with aluminium, stainless steel, tool steels, alloy steels, and engineering plastics
* Use CAD/CAM software (Delcam, SolidWorks, Mastercam, Fusion 360)
* Carry out conventional machining: centre lathe, turret mill, surface grinder
* Make jigs and fixtures to support machining
* Perform hand fitting and finishing to achieve tight tolerances
* Inspect parts using micrometers, verniers, gauges, and CMM
* Ensure projects are completed on time to meet lead times
Skills & Experience:
* 5+ years CNC milling experience
* Experience with Mazatrol or Heidenhain controls
* Skilled in toolroom/prototype machining and conventional machines
* Able to produce jigs, fixtures, and large complex components
* Experienced in tooling sequences, cutting speeds, and feeds
Why Apply?
* £880 per week + overtime
* Work in a small, friendly team producing components from small to large
* Part of a £60M engineering group with career and training opportunities
* Pension, training opportunities, free parking
Apply today to join a workshop where your CNC and toolroom expertise will contribute to producing high-quality, technically challenging components in a supportive environment