Cnc Miller Programmer Setter Operator

Involve Recruitment; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding engineering company in Willenhall is seeking an experienced CNC Miller Setter Programmer to enhance productivity and efficiency. The role involves setting, operating, and programming CNC VMCs, and collaborating on lean initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 3 apprenticeship, experience with CNC machines, and strong problem-solving skills. This role offers a competitive salary, a supportive culture, and the chance to make a significant impact in process improvement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Stable, growing environment

Monday to Friday working hours

Opportunity to impact processes

Qualifications

• Proven experience setting and running CNC machines.
• Confident programming Fanuc VMCs.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (including GD&T).
• Flexible, proactive, and team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and program CNC VMCs (Fanuc or Mazak controls).
• Program online at the control and prove out new jobs.
• Provide absence and production cover when required.
• Carry out TPM/PPM activities to maintain equipment performance.
• Support and implement lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineers to optimise machining processes.

Skills

CNC programming

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Completed apprenticeship to a minimum of Level 3

Tools

Fanuc VMCs

Mazak VMCs

Job description

Are you a skilled CNC Miller Setter Programmer looking for your next opportunity with a forward-thinking, growing manufacturer?

Our client is a well-established and expanding engineering company based in the heart of Birmingham, currently seeking an experienced CNC professional to join their team as part of a wider drive to boost productivity and efficiency across the business.

The Role

This is a hands-on, varied position working on Fanuc or Mazak vertical machining centres (VMCs). You'll support daily CNC operations, provide cover when needed, and work closely with Manufacturing Engineers on lean and 5S projects aimed at improving processes and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and program CNC VMCs (Fanuc or Mazak controls)
• Program online at the control and prove out new jobs
• Provide absence and production cover when required
• Carry out TPM/PPM activities to maintain equipment performance
• Support and implement lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives
• Collaborate with engineers to optimise machining processes

About You

You'll be an experienced CNC professional who enjoys producing high-quality work, solving problems, and contributing to continuous improvement.

Essential Skills & Experience

• UK national (security clearance requirement)
• Completed apprenticeship to a minimum of Level 3
• Proven experience setting and running CNC machines
• Confident programming Fanuc VMCs
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (including GD&T)
• Flexible, proactive, and team-oriented approach

Desirable (but not essential)

• Mazatrol experience
• Turning knowledge
• CAD/CAM exposure
• CMM operation
• Competency with MS Excel and Word

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 37-hour working week
• Monday-Thursday: 07:30-16:00
• Friday: 07:30-12:30
• Early Friday finish
• Stable, growing company with a supportive culture
• Opportunity to make a real impact in process improvement and efficiency

Interested?

If you're a CNC Miller Setter Programmer looking to join a progressive manufacturer where your skills and initiative will be valued, we'd love to hear from you.