CNC Miller

Guided Talent; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Miller Programmer for a permanent dayshift role in Kent. The successful candidate will operate CNC milling machines using Fanuc control, improve processes, and ensure quality. This role offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and a supportive environment. Candidates with a strong background in CNC programming and the right to work in the UK are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Overtime available at enhanced rates

Training and support for CAD-CAM capabilities

Company benefits including pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Miller with programming ability in Fanuc.
• Competent in setting and operating milling centres.
• Keen eye for quality and good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate CNC milling machines.
• Create and adjust programs for cycle time improvement.
• Conduct in-process checks using inspection equipment.

Skills

CNC programming (Fanuc)

Setting and operating milling machines

Interpreting technical drawings

Knowledge of cutting tools

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Fusion 360

Mastercam

Edgecam

Job description

Overview

CNC Miller Programmer

Location: Sevenoaks
Employment Type: Permanent, days-based
Pay: £30-36,000 p.a

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines with Fanuc controls (essential).
• Creating new programmes at the machine and adjusting existing ones to improve cycle time and quality.
• Reading and working from engineering drawings, models and work instructions to tight tolerances.
• Selecting tooling, workholding and machining strategies appropriate to the job.
• Proving out programmes safely and completing first-off inspection to sign-off.
• Carrying out in-process checks using micrometers, verniers, height gauges and other metrology.
• Working across small batch and repeat production, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Contributing to continuous improvement—optimising feeds/speeds, tooling life and set-up methods.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area in line with 5S and H&S practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Miller with the ability to programme Fanuc (G-code) - essential.
• Confident to set and operate milling centres and take jobs from start to finish.
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and GD&T; comfortable working to tight tolerances.
• Sound knowledge of cutting tools, workholding and machining best practice.
• Competent in the use of hand-held and bench inspection equipment.
• CAD/CAM knowledge (e.g. Fusion 360, Mastercam, Edgecam or similar) - ideal but not essential.
• A proactive approach, good problem-solving skills and a keen eye for quality.
• Right to work in the UK and good communication skills.

What's on offer

• Days-based hours
• Overtime available at enhanced rates (subject to business needs).
• Training and support to broaden your programming/CAD‑CAM capabilities.
• Modern, well-maintained machinery and a friendly, stable team environment.
• Company benefits including pension and holiday entitlement.

Hours & location

Kent-based workshop, commutable from surrounding areas.

How to apply

If you're an experienced CNC Miller who can programme Fanuc and wants a permanent dayshift role in Kent, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Guided Talent on behalf of our client to discuss next steps.