CNC Mill/Turn Programmer / Setter / Operator

First Base; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

First Base Employment is recruiting for a CNC Mill/Turn Programmer / Setter / Operator to join a precision engineering environment based in Poole, Dorset. You will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC mill/turn machines using FANUC controls to manufacture complex components.

This role requires reading engineering drawings, producing and editing CNC programmes online and offline, and performing in-process inspections to ensure tolerances are met.

Qualifications

• Fully skilled CNC Mill/Turn machining experience.
• Experience programming, setting and operating CNC mills/turns.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience is advantageous.
• Edgecam programming experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC mill/turn lathe machines.
• Using FANUC-controlled machinery to manufacture precision components.
• Producing and editing CNC programmes both online and offline.
• Working from engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Carrying out in-process inspections to ensure components meet tolerances.
• Maintaining high standards of quality and production efficiency.
• Keeping the working area clean and organized in line with 5S/5C principles.

Skills

CNC Machining

Reading drawings

Quality mindset

Education

Mechanical engineering apprenticeship

Tools

FANUC controls

Edgecam

Nakamura machines

Bar feed systems

Job description

CNC Mill/Turn Programmer / Setter / Operator

Location: Poole, Dorset

Hours: Full-time

Salary: Competitive / dependent on experience.

The Role

First Base Employment is currently recruiting for a CNC Mill/Turn Programmer / Setter / Operator to join a precision engineering environment based in Poole.

This is an excellent opportunity for a fully skilled CNC Machinist with experience programming, setting and operating CNC mill/turn machinery. The successful candidate will be responsible for manufacturing complex precision components, working with FANUC controls and ensuring all work is completed to demanding engineering specifications.

Key Responsibilities of a CNC Mill/Turn Programmer / Setter / Operator:

• Programming, setting and operating CNC mill/turn lathe machines.
• Using FANUC-controlled machinery to manufacture precision components.
• Producing and editing CNC programmes both online and offline.
• Working from engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Carrying out in-process inspections to ensure components meet required tolerances.
• Maintaining high standards of quality and production efficiency.
• Keeping the working area clean and organised in line with 5S/5C principles.

Key Skills of a CNC Mill/Turn Programmer / Setter / Operator:

• Fully skilled CNC Mill/Turn machining experience.
• Strong knowledge of FANUC controls.
• Experience with CNC programming, setting and operating.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience.
• Edgecam programming experience would be advantageous.
• Experience with Nakamura machines and bar feed systems would be beneficial