CNC Miller

Hireful; Luton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Friday finish

HEIDENHAIN training

Holiday entitlement 20 days

On-site parking

Friendly team

Job summary

Pact Engineering is seeking a skilled CNC Miller to program, set and operate 3, 4 and 5 axis milling machines, producing high‑quality parts to tight tolerances. You’ll read intricate engineering drawings and use modern inspection equipment, working both independently and in a small, collaborative team.

Experience with HEIDENHAIN controls is preferred or a willingness to train. This permanent, full‑time role offers an early Friday finish, 20 days holiday plus bank holidays and free on‑site

Qualifications

• Experience programming, setting or operating 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC milling machines.
• Competent with HEIDENHAIN controls or keen to train.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC milling machines.
• Produce high‑quality components to tight tolerances.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Use modern inspection equipment to verify part quality.
• Work independently and as part of a small, collaborative team.
• Support continuous improvement and uphold quality standards.

Skills

CNC milling

Reading drawings

Inspection tools use

Independent work

Initiative

Forklift experience

Tools

HEIDENHAIN controls

Job description

Salary: £18 – £21 per hour, depending on experience

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire

Working pattern: Full-time, permanent — 40 hours (Monday to Thursday 8am – 5pm, Friday 8am – 2pm)

About the role

Pact Engineering is a long-established, family-owned precision engineering company with a strong reputation for producing high-quality, complex components for the motorsport, food production and wider manufacturing sectors. As our order book continues to grow, we're looking for a skilled CNC Miller to help us deliver the standards our customers expect.

This suits an experienced CNC Miller, or a capable machinist ready to develop further, who wants to join a stable and well-run machine shop.

What you'll be doing

• Programming, setting and operating 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC milling machines
• Producing high-quality components to tight tolerances
• Reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings
• Using modern inspection equipment to verify part quality
• Working independently and as part of a small, collaborative team
• Supporting continuous improvement and maintaining our quality standards

What you'll bring

• Experience programming, setting or operating 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC milling machines
• Competent CNC programming on HEIDENHAIN controls, or a willingness to train
• Strong ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
• Understanding of the standards required to produce a high-quality finish
• Confidence using modern inspection tools and equipment
• Able to work with minimal supervision and use your initiative
• Fork-lift truck experience or certification is an advantage, but not essential

What's on offer

• Permanent, full-time position with an early Friday finish
• Ongoing training and development, including HEIDENHAIN programming
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Free on-site parking, with Luton rail and bus stations close by
• A friendly, experienced team where your skills will be valued

Contract type

Permanent

£18 – £21 per hour, depending on experience