CNC Machinist

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

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator to join a respected sub-contract machining company in Coventry. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £18-£20 and opportunities for regular overtime in a modern workshop environment. Ideal candidates will have proven experience, prefer CNC milling operations and be comfortable producing precision parts. Join a supportive team and work on varied and interesting projects within the automotive, aerospace, and scientific sectors.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Regular overtime

Early finish on Fridays

Supportive workshop environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Miller, CNC Programmer or CNC Machinist.
• Confident programming and operating CNC milling machines.
• Experience with Fanuc controls or similar.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting, and operating CNC milling machines.
• Producing small batch and one-off prototype parts.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.

Skills

CNC programming

Operating CNC milling machines

Problem-solving skills

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.

We're 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.

Earn More, Commute Less, Thrive Daily, Be Recognised.