CNC 4/5 Axis Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator 7014

First Base Employment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

First Base Employment is seeking an experienced CNC 4/5 Axis Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator for a Worcester-based role. The candidate will program, set and operate Mazak 4 and 5 axis centres to produce a variety of highly toleranced components in line with drawings and quality standards.

Essential experience includes setting and operating CNC machining centres, safe CNC control operation, and working effectively within a manufacturing team.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding and experience of setting and operating CNC-controlled Machining Centres.
• Demonstrable experience using CNC controls safely and confidently.
• Experience working in a busy manufacturing environment with a proactive, quality-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating Mazak 4 and 5 Axis Machining Centres.
• Producing a wide range of highly toleranced components to drawings and quality standards.
• Using Mazatrol CNC controls to program and edit existing programs.
• Working as part of a team of engineers while following health and safety guidelines.
• Contributing to health and safety improvements and kaizen initiatives.

Skills

CNC Machining

Mazatrol programming

Team collaboration

Quality and safety

Education

Mechanical engineering apprenticeship / HNC

Tools

Mazak Mazatrol controls

Job description

CNC 4/5 Axis Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator 7014

Location: Worcester

Hours: Double day-shift rotation

Salary: £32,000 – £37,500 per annum, depending on experience

Our client is seeking an experienced CNC 4/5 Axis Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join their Machining Department. The successful candidate will produce a wide and varied range of highly toleranced part.

Key Responsibilities of a CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator:

• Programming, setting and operating Mazak 4 and 5 Axis Machining Centres
• Producing a wide variety of highly toleranced components in line with engineering drawings and quality standards
• Using Mazatrol CNC controls to programme new parts and edit or improve existing programmes
• Working as part of a team of engineers while following strict health and safety guidelines and procedures
• Supporting a positive workplace culture by engaging in health and safety improvements and kaizen initiatives

Key Skills of a CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator:

Essential:

• Solid understanding and experience of setting and operating CNC-controlled Machining Centres
• Demonstrable experience of using CNC controls safely and confidently
• Previous experience working as part of a team within a busy manufacturing environment
• A proactive, can-do attitude with a strong commitment to quality and safe working practices

Desirable:

• Ability to programme Mazatrol CNC controls directly from engineering drawings
• A mechanical engineering apprenticeship, HNC or similar engineering qualification