CNC Miller/Programmer

Recruit Engineering; Knottingley; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering business in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced CNC Miller / Programmer to join their manufacturing team. This role involves programming and operating multi-axis CNC millers for low-volume, high-specification components. Candidates should have solid experience in CNC milling, be confident with Fanuc controls, and be able to read complex engineering drawings. The position offers £18.00 per hour with a shift allowance and potential overtime.

Benefits

Shift allowance

Overtime available

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in running multi-axis CNC milling machines.
• Strong understanding of machining principles and methods.
• Knowledge of manual machining is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC millers.
• Producing tight-tolerance components for mechanical assemblies.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Experience programming and setting multi-axis CNC millers

Confident using Fanuc controls

Able to read complex engineering drawings

Familiar with one-off or low-volume precision machining

Tools

Fusion360

Job description

CNC Miller / Programmer

We are representing aprecision engineering businessinvolved inproject-based, special-purpose build environments. Due to increased demand across ongoing technical programmes, a position is now available for an experiencedCNC Miller / Programerto join amulti-disciplinary manufacturing teamproducingtight-tolerance componentsfor complex mechanical assemblies.

The Role

You runmulti-axis CNC millersproducinglow-volume, high-specification components. This is not repetitive production work - each batch is different and requires methodical setup, accurate inspection, and a strong understanding of machining principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC millers (multi-axis).
• Producing precision-turned components to tight engineering tolerances.
• Using micrometres, bore gauges and callipers for in-process inspection.
• Adjusting tooling, offsets and machining parameters to maintain accuracy.
• Interpreting technical drawings, including GD&T.
• Working closely with engineering and quality across bespoke build projects.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area.

Shift Pattern & Pay

Double Day Shift:6:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00 (weekly rotation)

Rate:£18.00 per hour + shift allowance

Overtime and additional benefits available.

Ideal Background

• Experience programming and settingmulti-axis CNC millers.
• Confident usingFanuc controls.
• Knowledge of Fusion360 would be ideal but not essential.
• Able to read complex engineering drawings and follow controlled processes.
• Familiar with one-off or low-volume precision machining environments.
• Manual machining knowledge beneficial.

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