CNC Miller

EMBS Engineering; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

EMBS Recruitment Ltd, in partnership with a leading precision engineering manufacturer, is hiring a CNC Miller to join their Maidenhead, Berkshire site on a permanent basis.

The role involves setting, operating and editing programs on a five-axis machine, with a focus on aluminium and stainless steel work. A strong Fanuc background and a proactive mindset are essential for success.

Qualifications

• A precision engineering or advanced manufacturing background.
• CNC milling experience on three-, four- or five-axis machines.
• Ability to set, operate and edit programs.
• Strong knowledge of Fanuc controls.
• Willingness to learn and progress within the business.
• Confidence to ask for help or suggest improvements.
• Desirable: pallet loading experience or programming experience.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate and edit programs on a five-axis Matsuura MX-330 with pallet loading.
• Manage one to two set-ups per day on aluminium and stainless-steel components.
• Carry out in-process inspection using plug gauges, go/no-go gauges, verniers and micrometers.
• Work between cycles, setting up future jobs or supporting colleagues on other machines.
• Support programme prove-out using Vericut with CAD/CAM team using Hypermill.
• Contribute ideas to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

CNC Milling

Five-axis machining

Fanuc controls

Programming

Metrology

Tools

Matsuura MX-330

Pallet loading

Job description

CNC Miller

Maidenhead, Berkshire

Permanent

Salary: £18-£21 DOE

Overview

EMBS Recruitment Ltd is working in partnership with a leading precision engineering manufacturer, located in Maidenhead, Berkshire, that is currently in the market for a CNC Miller to join their company on a permanent basis.

This market leader is a well-established entity within the precision engineering and motorsport industries and boasts a rich history of supporting globally recognised customers with safety-critical, highly complex components.

Off the back of continued growth and a strong pipeline of new work, our client is seeking an experienced CNC Miller to join their busy machine shop, running a five-axis Matsuura MX-330 with a 90 tool changer and 10 pallet loader.

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.

What's in it for you?

• Stability and longevity: join a business backed by a major global powertrain group, offering long-term security
• A genuine track record of internal progression, with examples of machinists moving through multiple promotions within a few years
• Investment in equipment and technology, with new AS9100 accreditation opening up further sectors
• A varied workload with new projects coming through regularly, keeping the work interesting
• Hours: days, typically 7.00am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday (core hours 8.00am to 4.30pm), with the option of an earlier 6.00am to 4.30pm start and overtime where available

Your responsibilities will include:

As a CNC Miller, you will be responsible for setting, operating and editing programs on a five-axis machine, working proactively across single and multiple set-ups to keep pace with long cycle times.

• Set, operate and edit programs on a five-axis Matsuura MX-330 with pallet loading
• Manage one to two set-ups per day, working on aluminium and stainless steel components
• Carry out in-process inspection using plug gauges, go/no-go gauges, verniers and micrometers
• Work proactively between cycles, setting up future jobs or supporting colleagues on other machines
• Support programme prove-out using Vericut, working alongside the CAD/CAM team who use Hypermill
• Contribute ideas and challenge existing processes to help drive continuous improvement

Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• A precision engineering or advanced manufacturing background
• CNC milling experience at three, four or five axis
• The ability to set, operate and edit programs
• Strong working knowledge of Fanuc controls
• A willingness to learn and progress within the business
• The confidence to ask for help when needed, or to challenge and suggest improvements to existing processes
• Desirable: experience with pallet loading machines and/or programming experience