CNC Miller Programmer Setter

Optical Precision; Heybridge; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Holiday

Sick Pay

Pension

Life Insurance

Job summary

Optical Precision in Heybridge is hiring a CNC Miller (Programmer/Setter/Operator) to own the manufacturing process from programming to final inspection.

You will work with high-value materials, maintaining tight tolerances and delivering premium parts for elite industries, with day or night shifts available.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as CNC Miller, Programmer and Setter.
• Experience programming, setting and operating CNC machines.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC Hurco or Haas milling machines.
• Use Fanuc or Hurco controls effectively.
• Manage batch production from small to medium runs.
• Inspect component quality with standard measuring equipment.

Skills

CNC Milling

Programming

Setter/Operator

Fanuc

Hurco

Engineering Drawings

Quality Inspection

Tools

Fanuc Controls

Hurco Controls

Haas Milling Machines

Job description

Location: Heybridge

Salary: £20.00 – £25.00 per hour + Overtime (Time and a Half)

Shifts: Days or Nights available (Choose your preference)

Benefits: 25 Days Holiday, Sick Pay, Pension, Life Insurance

The Company

Join a premier, fast-growing manufacturer specializing in high-precision engineered components. We deliver premium batch-work parts to elite, high-performance sectors including F1, Motorsport, Aerospace, and Automotive. Investing heavily in top-tier machinery and our people, we offer a clean, modern workshop environment and long-term career stability.

CNC Miller, Programmer, Setter - The Role

We are seeking a skilled CNC Miller (Programmer/Setter/Operator) to join our expert production team. In this role, you will take ownership of the manufacturing process from initial programming through to final inspection, working with high-value materials and tight tolerances.

CNC Miller, Programmer, Setter - Key Responsibilities

• Program, Set, and Operate CNC Hurco or Haas Milling machines.
• Utilize Controls efficiently using either Hurco or Fanuc systems.
• Manage Batch Production ranging from small to medium runs.
• Maintain Tight Tolerances to ensure the highest standards of component quality.
• Inspect Component Quality using standard manual measuring equipment.

CNC Miller, Programmer, Setter - Requirements & Experience

• Proven Track Record as a CNC Miller, Programmer, and Setter.
• Control Proficiency with deep working knowledge of Fanuc or Hurco systems.
• Precision Focus with experience working to tight tolerances for demanding industries.
• Self-Motivated with the ability to interpret engineering drawings independently.

Shift Patterns

We offer flexibility with dedicated day or night shifts to suit your lifestyle:

Day Shift

Monday to Thursday: 08:30 – 16:30

Friday: 08:30 – 12:30 (Enjoy an early weekend finish!)

Night Shift

Dedicated night shift hours and specific shift premiums can be discussed at the interview stage