CNC Miller

Equation Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering company in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced CNC Miller (Setter/Operator) to join their team. This role involves setting and operating CNC milling machines and ensuring high-quality production standards. The company works with prestigious clients in motorsport and aerospace, offering a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Late Shift Premium

Ongoing Professional Development

Work with Cutting-edge Technology

Secure Long-term Role

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CNC milling, ideally in precision engineering.
• Skilled in interpreting engineering drawings and performing checks.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate 3 and 5-axis CNC milling machines.
• Carry out in-process inspections using measurement equipment.
• Manage multiple machines to meet production deadlines.

Skills

CNC Setter/Operator

Engineering Drawings

Quality Standards

Communication

Proactive

Tools

Heidenhain

Hurco

Mazatrol

Job description

Experienced CNC Miller (Setter/Operator) – Late Shifts Available

Salary: £42,000 to £55,000 per annum (DOE)

Sector: Motorsport | Automotive | Aerospace | Defence | Industrial

Our client is an industry-leading precision engineering company based in Milton Keynes. For over 12 years, they have delivered cutting-edge CNC milled and turned components in both metals and plastics, supporting a prestigious customer base across motorsport (including Formula 1), automotive, defence, aerospace, and industrial sectors.

Due to their continued growth and investment in the latest CNC technology, they are now seeking an experienced CNC Miller (Setter/Operator) to join their high-performing team.

Why Join our client?

• Work with some of the most prestigious clients in F1 and beyond.
• Be part of a forward-thinking, growing company that invests in people, technology, and innovation.
• Enjoy a varied and challenging role within a team environment.
• Late shifts available to suit your lifestyle and maximise earnings.

What You’ll be doing as a CNC Miller;

• Set and operate 3 and 5-axis CNC milling machines in a fast-paced precision engineering and prototype environment.
• Work to tight tolerances across a diverse range of high-performance metals and plastics.
• Interpret engineering drawings, ensuring precision and accuracy in every part produced.
• Carry out in-process inspections using a variety of measurement equipment.
• Communicate effectively with team members and engineers to ensure production goals are met.
• Manage multiple machines as required to meet deadlines efficiently.

What they’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a CNC Setter/Operator, ideally from a precision engineering background such as motorsport, aerospace, or automotive.
• Skilled in using Heidenhain, Hurco, or Mazatrol controls.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and quality standards.
• Confident in performing dimensional and visual checks.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to work to deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Package & Benefits:

• Competitive salary from £42,000 to £55,000 (depending on experience and shift pattern).
• Late shift premium.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Work with cutting-edge technology and machinery.
• Secure long-term role within a respected and expanding company.

Are you ready to precision-engineer your next career move?

If you’re an experienced CNC Miller with a passion for excellence and a desire to work on world-class components for elite industries, we want to hear from you.