CNC Miller Programmer

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision manufacturing company in Blackburn is looking for a CNC Miller Programmer/Setter/Operator. This role involves programming and operating CNC machinery to produce high-tolerance components, particularly in the automotive sector. The ideal candidate will possess time-served engineering experience and expertise with HAAS machinery. The position offers competitive pay of £20 per hour and generous company benefits, including 25 days of holiday and a healthcare scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free secure car parking

Cycle to work scheme

UK healthcare scheme

Company pension

Employee benefit loan scheme

Death in service benefit

Company profit share scheme

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer with post-qualification experience.
• Proven ability to produce high-tolerance components.
• Strong understanding of machining processes and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate CNC machining centres.
• Apply tooling knowledge to optimise cutting strategies.
• Maintain quality and adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Programming HAAS CNC machinery

Understanding engineering drawings

Tooling selection skills

Ability to work in a team

Attention to detail

Health & Safety commitment

Job description

Overview

Job Title: CNC Miller Programmer/ Setter/ Operator

Location: Blackburn, Lancashire

Hours of Work: 39 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Day shift: 7:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Thursday; 7:30am - 12:30pm, Friday

Salary: £20ph DOE

Role Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate CNC machining centres equipped with HAAS, Mazatrol, Fanuc or Heidenhain controls within a medium to high-batch manufacturing environment.
• Apply strong tooling knowledge to develop and optimise cutting strategies suited to high-volume production.
• Produce high-tolerance components to customer and engineering specifications, especially for sectors such as automotive.
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail, ensuring components meet precise quality and dimensional requirements.
• Work safely and efficiently, in compliance with company Health, Safety, and Quality standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Time-served engineer with post-qualification experience in a technical machining environment.
• Proven ability to program HAAS CNC machinery.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances, and machining processes.
• Skilled in tooling selection, work holding methods, and cutting strategies for various materials, including exotic alloys.
• Capable of interpreting detailed drawings and producing fully conforming components.
• Effective communicator with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a successful team.
• High commitment to Health & Safety and Quality standards.

Company Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free secure car parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• UK healthcare scheme
• Company pension
• Employee benefit loan scheme
• Death in service benefit
• Company profit share scheme

What Next?

If you have the experience and this sounds like the right fit, site visits are encouraged so you can meet the team and see the workshop first-hand.

Contact

Contact: Antony Brunn on 07881 297172 or email abrunnwftech.co.uk to arrange a visit or for more information.

Immediate starts available

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