CNC Machinist

Beason Recruitment Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator for a full-time permanent role in a modern machine shop in Coventry. The successful candidate will program, set, and operate CNC milling machines, producing high-quality components across multiple industries. Competitive hourly rates between £18-£20, with opportunities for regular overtime and an early finish on Fridays. Join a skilled team and contribute to continuous improvement while enjoying varied and challenging projects.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Regular overtime

Early finishes on Fridays

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Miller, Programmer or Machinist.
• Ability to program, set, and operate CNC milling machines.
• Experience with Fanuc controls or similar.
• Familiar with Powermill and other CAD/CAM software.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC milling machines.
• Produce small batch and prototype parts.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Perform quality checks throughout the process.

Skills

Programming CNC milling machines

Quality checks

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Fanuc control

Powermill

Fusion 360

MasterCAM

EdgeCAM

Job description

CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator Milling

Coventry £18-£20/hour Days Full-Time Permanent

Are you an experienced CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator who thrives on small batch and prototype work? Want to work on interesting, varied projects in a modern machine shop with proper pay and plenty of overtime? This could be the role you've been waiting for.

Were working with a respected sub-contract machining company based in Coventry, known for producing complex, high-quality components for industries including automotive, aerospace, defence, and scientific equipment. You'll be joining a tight-knit, experienced team where skill, initiative and quality come first.

What's on Offer:

• Hourly Rate: £18.00 - £20.00 (depending on experience)
• Hours:
  • Monday to Thursday: 07:30 - 16:30
  • Friday: 07:30 - 12:30 (early finish!)
• Overtime: Regularly available, paid at enhanced rates
• Contract: Full-time, permanent
• Environment: Modern, well-equipped machine shop with varied and challenging work

CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator Duties:

• Programming, setting, and operating CNC milling machines (Fanuc control)
• Producing small batch and one-off prototype parts for multiple industries
• Programming using Powermill, with flexibility for other CAD/CAM or offline programming software
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specs
• Working to tight tolerances, ensuring quality throughout the process
• Contributing to continuous improvement and supporting fellow machinists
• Quality checks

Ideal Experience:

• Proven experience as a CNC Miller, CNC Programmer, or CNC Machinist
• Confident programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines
• Experience with Fanuc controls, or similar
• Familiar with Powermill, though other CAD/CAM software also considered (Fusion 360, MasterCAM, EdgeCAM etc.)
• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail
• Comfortable with one-off or low volume, precision parts

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly rate with strong earning potential
• Work on complex, interesting components that keep the job varied
• Join a growing sub-contract business with a reputation for quality
• Supportive workshop environment
• Regular overtime and an early finish every Friday

Not Quite Right?

If this CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator role isn't quite what you're looking for, head over to: beasonrecruitmentgroup.com/candidate-service
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