Cnc Miller Programmer Setter Operator

Dropp.UK; Havant; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days' holiday + bank holidays

Branded workwear

Employee mentoring programme

Flexitime

Free on-site parking

Birthday day off

Job summary

Dropp.UK in Havant, Hampshire, is seeking an Experienced CNC Miller to program, setter and operate Hurco VM2 and Hurco 60 machines to produce precision components.

You will read technical drawings, use inspection equipment, and record manufacturing times in the ERP system, collaborating with the workshop and engineering teams.

The role offers 40 hours a week, on-site, with £20.50 per hour and 1.5x overtime, plus extensive benefits including holidays, parking and a dedicated mentoring programme.

Qualifications

• 5+ years CNC milling experience required.
• Manual milling experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to read technical drawings.
• Able to use inspection equipment and perform measurements accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and manual milling machines to produce precision components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to required specs.
• Record manufacturing times in ERP system.
• Work with workshop and engineering teams to maintain quality.

Skills

CNC Milling

Manual Milling

Reading Technical Drawings

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

Hurco VM2

Hurco 60

ERP system

Inspection equipment

Forklift truck licence

Job description

Experienced CNC Miller - Programmer, Setter & Operator

• Location: Havant, Hampshire
• Salary: £20.50 per hour, depending on experience
• Overtime: Paid at 1.5x
• Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Working: On-site

About the Role

We are recruiting for an experienced CNC Miller to join a well-established specialist engineering and manufacturing business producing precision components for a range of industries.

Working as part of the manufacturing team, you will be responsible for milling precision components using CNC and manual milling equipment. You will be expected to work accurately and independently, while maintaining high standards of quality and production.

The role involves working with Hurco VM2 and Hurco 60 machines, using inspection equipment to check finished components and reading technical drawings to ensure work is completed to the required specification. You will also use an ERP system to accurately record manufacturing times.

You will work closely with colleagues across the workshop, including manual and CNC turning, as well as the design and engineering office.

Experience Required

• 5+ years' CNC milling experience
• Manual milling experience

You should have strong attention to detail, be confident reading technical drawings and using inspection equipment, and have the ability to carry out measurements and calculations accurately. A strong work ethic, self-starting attitude and good problem-solving skills are essential.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working with Hurco machines
• Forklift truck licence
• Experience with manual or CNC turning

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent are preferred.

Salary & Benefits

The position pays £20.50 per hour, depending on experience, with overtime paid at 1.5x.

Benefits include 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays, branded workwear, an employee mentoring programme, flexitime, free on-site parking and an additional day off on your birthday.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a close-knit manufacturing team during a period of growth and investment. The business is modernising its systems and strengthening its operations, with the successful candidate playing an important role in maintaining a professional and efficient shopfloor.

The company is open to ideas and encourages employees to contribute suggestions for improving processes and ways of working