Cnc Miller

EMBS Engineering; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

On-site parking

Friendly, professional environment

Immediate start

Varied work across materials

Job summary

EMBS Group is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator to work with Siemens controls in the East Midlands. You will take parts from drawing to finished, first article inspection, programming at the machine and setting up tooling.

The role is permanent, 45 hours per week, with occasional out-of-hours work. You will read engineering drawings, select tooling, and ensure high-quality parts across varied materials.

Qualifications

• Proven experience on Siemens-controlled CNC turning and/or milling machines.
• Ability to set up jobs independently and adjust offsets.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC milling and turning machines on Siemens 810D and 828D controls, alongside ProTURN and ProtoTRAK conversational controls
• Produce precision-machined components to tight tolerances and high quality standards
• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Carry out quality inspections using a range of manual measuring equipment
• Monitor tooling condition and make adjustments to improve machining performance and production efficiency
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and health and safety within the work area
• Work flexibly to meet production deadlines and adapt to changing workloads
• Communicate clearly with managers and colleagues as part of a close-knit team
• Provide occasional out-of-hours support for breakdowns and varying production demands

Skills

Siemens CNC programming

Machine setup

Reading drawings

Quality inspections

Job description

CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator (Siemens)

Location: East Midlands

Permanent / Contract: Permanent

Overview

EMBS is working in partnership with a well-established, family-run precision engineering business that is currently in the market for a CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator to join their team on a permanent basis.

Our client manufactures high-precision components from a wide range of materials, including stainless steel, aluminium, mild steel, phosphor bronze and nylon, working to detailed engineering drawings and tight tolerances.

This is a hands-on role for a machinist who is confident programming directly at the machine on Siemens controls. You will take jobs from drawing through to finished, inspected component, with the autonomy to set up, tool and run work independently. An immediate start is available for the right person.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Program, set and operate CNC milling and turning machines on Siemens 810D and 828D controls, alongside ProTURN and ProtoTRAK conversational controls
• Produce precision-machined components to tight tolerances and high quality standards
• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Carry out quality inspections using a range of manual measuring equipment
• Monitor tooling condition and make adjustments to improve machining performance and production efficiency
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and health and safety within the work area
• Work flexibly to meet production deadlines and adapt to changing workloads
• Communicate clearly with managers and colleagues as part of a close-knit team
• Provide occasional out-of-hours support for breakdowns and varying production demands

What's in it for you?

Stability / Longevity: Full-time, permanent position with an established, family-run engineering business

Competitive salary: Competitive hourly rate available depending on experience

Hours: 45 hours per week, days, with occasional out-of-hours support when required

Benefits:

• Immediate start available
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Friendly, professional, family-run working environment
• Varied work across a wide range of materials and components

Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience on Siemens-controlled CNC turning and/or milling machines
• Confidence programming directly at the machine using Siemens programming
• The ability to set up jobs independently, establish tooling and make accurate offset adjustments
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Competence with precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, verniers and height gauges
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work
• Reliability, flexibility and the ability to work to production deadlines
• Willingness to work occasional out-of-hours shifts when required

Please note, candidates will be asked to demonstrate their Siemens programming capability as part of the interview process.

About us:

EMBS Group is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental, and FMCG industries.

We'll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role.

Please note, due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents; we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates