3-Axis CNC Milling Programmer/Setter/Operator (Optics)

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Whetstone; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Free onsite parking

Bonus scheme

Competitive pension scheme

Overtime availability

Job summary

Optima UK Inc Ltd is seeking an experienced 3-Axis CNC Milling Programmer, Setter and Operator to join its precision manufacturing team. You will program, set and operate CNC milling machines to produce high-quality optical components.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, using precision measuring equipment, and maintaining tight micron-level tolerances with strong attention to detail. Overtime and a competitive pension are available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience programming, setting and operating 3-axis CNC milling machines.
• Experience manufacturing precision components to tight tolerances.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment (e.g., CMM).

Responsibilities

• Programme, set and operate 3-axis CNC milling machines.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specs.
• Machine precision components to tight, micron-level tolerances.
• Set up machines, select tooling and verify settings before production.
• Produce first-off components and conduct quality checks during production.
• Use precision measuring equipment to inspect finished components.
• Maintain production paperwork and quality records.
• Identify opportunities to improve production processes and product quality.

Skills

3-axis CNC milling

Programming

Setting

Reading drawings

Precision measurement

Attention to detail

Tools

CMM

CAM systems

Job description

Optima UK Inc Ltd is seeking an experienced 3-Axis CNC Milling Programmer, Setter and Operator to join its precision manufacturing team. You will program, set and operate CNC milling machines to produce high-quality optical components.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, using precision measuring equipment, and maintaining tight micron-level tolerances with strong attention to detail. Overtime and a competitive pension are available.