CNC Miller Programmer (Nights)

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Leyfields; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of precision components seeks a CNC Miller Programmer Setter Operator. The role requires extensive experience with CNC machines and programming, particularly in a precision engineering environment. Candidates should have a proactive attitude and be able to contribute to continuous improvement processes. The position offers a competitive pay rate and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Excellent working environment

Pension

Free car parking

Yearly pay reviews

Training

Regular overtime

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience operating CNC machines.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Experience in continuous improvement teams.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate CNC machines in a precision engineering environment.
• Create and prove out CNC production programs.
• Collaborate with Production Engineer for design optimizations.

Skills

Heidenhain programming

CAD/CAM software

3, 4, and 5-axis machining

Continuous improvement

Team collaboration

Tools

Edgecam

Job description

Job Title: CNC Miller Programmer Setter Operator Precision Components

Location: Commutable from Birmingham, Tamworth, Burton Upon Trent, Cannock, Brownhills, or Atherstone

Shift: 4-day week - Monday to Thursday Nights

Pay: Up to £21.00 per hour plus overtime at an enhanced rate plus shift allowance

Benefits: Excellent working environment, pension, free car parking, yearly pay reviews, training, and regular overtime

Company

Our customer is a leading manufacturer of precision components, supplying high-performance parts to a range of demanding industries, including aerospace, motorsport, and other advanced engineering sectors. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability, they have seen a significant increase in customer demand and project volume. As a result of this sustained growth, they are now looking to expand their team by recruiting skilled machinists and engineers who are passionate about precision manufacturing and eager to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

General Responsibilities/Requirements:

Experience: Extensive experience with Heidenhain programming on 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC machines, including machine setup and operation in a precision engineering environment.

• Proficient in modern CAD/CAM software, particularly Edgecam, and committed to applying 'Best Practice' manufacturing methodologies.
• Skilled in creating and proving out new CNC production programs to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Capable of running proven programs, adjusting work coordinates, and correcting errors as needed.
• Collaborates closely with the Production Engineer to optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM).
• Actively contributes to continuous improvement by developing and refining processes, tools, and techniques to adopt the latest technologies.
• Demonstrates a proactive, 'can-do' attitude and consistently functions as a reliable team player.
• Effectively handles constraints and seeks support from peers or the Manufacturing team when necessary.
• Promotes a high standard of housekeeping and supports 5S principles across the manufacturing environment.

Candidate

• Minimum 3 years' operating 3, 4, and 5 Axis Machining Centre's
• The ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Participates and supports continuous improvement teams and other working groups.
• To be able to pre-set tooling and fixtures from tool layout. Take tool length offsets and recognize when tooling requires replacing due to wear or breakage.
• To be able to communicate information in a coherent fashion at all levels.