CNC Miller Programmer

Workforce Staffing Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Workforce Staffing Ltd is looking for an experienced CNC Miller Programmer to join their Coventry team on a permanent, day-shift basis. You will program, set and operate Hurco CNC milling centres, working from drawings and CAD models to produce precision components.

The role covers 3- and 4-axis machining, offline programming using HyperMILL/OneCNC, and close collaboration with the engineering team to ensure on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines.
• Strong experience with Hurco machining centres.
• Experience with 3- or 4-axis milling.
• Experience using offline CAD/CAM systems.
• Knowledge of HyperMILL and/or OneCNC would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate 3- and 4-axis CNC milling machines.
• Work predominantly on Hurco machining centres.
• Set up Doosan CNC machines.
• Create and edit CNC programmes.
• Offline programming with HyperMILL and OneCNC.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Select tooling and determine speeds/feeds.
• Set tooling, work offsets and machine parameters.
• First-off inspections and in-process quality checks.
• Produce one-off, prototype and small-batch components.
• Maintain high standards of quality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to complete jobs on time.

Skills

CNC milling programming

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Offline CAD/CAM experience

Tools

Hurco machining centers

Doosan machines

HyperMILL

OneCNC

Job description

CNC Miller Programmer

Location: Coventry, West Midlands

Salary: £18.00 ? £22.00 per hour, dependent on experience

Working Hours: Monday?Thursday 7:00am?4:00pm, Friday 7:00am?12:00pm

Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are working with an established precision engineering business based in Coventry, specialising in the manufacture of close-tolerance components and tooling for a range of demanding industries including automotive, motorsport, defence and oil & gas.

They are looking to recruit an experienced CNC Miller Programmer to join their team on a permanent day-shift basis.

This is a hands-on programming, setting and operating role, with the majority of the work being carried out on Hurco CNC machining centres, alongside a small number of Doosan machines.

The company undertakes a mixture of 3- and 4-axis machining, producing precision components from one-offs and prototypes through to production work.

The Role

As a CNC Miller Programmer, you will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines, taking work from drawing through to finished component.

• Programming, setting and operating 3- and 4-axis CNC milling machines.
• Working predominantly on Hurco machining centres.
• Setting and operating Doosan CNC machines.
• Creating and editing CNC programmes.
• Using HyperMILL and OneCNC for offline programming.
• Working from engineering drawings, CAD models and specifications.
• Selecting appropriate tooling, speeds and feeds.
• Setting tools, work offsets and machine parameters.
• Carrying out first-off inspections and in-process quality checks.
• Producing one-off, prototype and small-batch precision components.
• Making programme adjustments and optimising machining processes.
• Maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
• Working closely with the wider engineering team to ensure jobs are completed efficiently and on time.

About You

The ideal candidate will be an experienced CNC Miller Programmer / Setter Operator with a strong background in CNC milling and offline programming.

You should have:

• Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines.
• Strong experience with Hurco machining centres.
• Experience of 3- or 4-axis milling.
• Experience using an offline CAD/CAM system.
• Knowledge of HyperMILL and/or OneCNC would be highly advantageous.
• Experience with Doosan machines would be beneficial.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good knowledge of tooling, cutting conditions and machining processes.
• Experience producing close-tolerance components.
• Good inspection and measurement skills.
• A methodical approach with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of jobs from start to finish.

Why Apply?

• £18.00? £22.00 per hour, dependent on experience
• Permanent position
• Monday to Thursday 7:00am?4:00pm
• Friday 7:00am?12:00pm
• Day-shift working hours
• Predominantly Hurco CNC machining
• 3- and 4-axis work
• Offline programming using HyperMILL and OneCNC
• Opportunity to work on varied precision engineering projects
• Established Coventry-based engineering business
• Excellent opportunity for an experienced programmer/setter looking for a long-term position