CNC Miller Setter Operator

WF Tech; Bilston; On-site; GBP 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Sick pay

Death-in-service

Career progression

Early finish Fridays

Development opportunities

Job summary

WF Tech is seeking an experienced CNC Miller - Setter/Operator in Bilston to set up and run Mazak CNC milling machines using Mazatrol controls. The role includes making program changes as needed to produce high-precision components for defence and aviation sectors.

We value strong attention to detail, reliability, and proactive teamwork, with a double day shift pattern and competitive hourly pay including shift allowances. Early finish Fridays and career progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating Mazak CNC machines.
• Familiarity with Mazatrol controls and program modifications.
• Skilled in offset adjustments, tooling changes, and inspection equipment.
• Experience manufacturing defence or aviation components preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and consistency.
• Reliable, proactive, and a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Mazak CNC milling machines.
• Adjust offsets, change inserts, and perform tooling changes.
• Make modifications to programs to ensure components are produced to specification.
• Use driven tools and inspection equipment to verify quality and precision.
• Produce components for high-precision industries including defence and aviation.
• Maintain clean, organised work areas and follow health and safety procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support production targets and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mazak CNC

Mazatrol controls

Program modification

Offset adjustments

Tooling changes

Inspection equipment

Defence/Aviation components

Job description

Job Title: CNC Miller - Setter/Operator

Location: Bilston

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Hours: Double Day Shifts:

Monday-Thursday: 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm

Friday: 6am-11am / 11am-4pm

Salary: Up to £17.00 per hour ( £20 per hour including shift allowance)

Position Summary

We are seeking experienced CNC Millers - Setter/Operators to join a precision engineering team. This hands-on role involves setting and operating Mazak CNC machines with Mazatrol controls, making program modifications as needed, and producing high-precision components for industries such as defence and aviation.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Mazak CNC milling machines.
• Adjust offsets, change inserts, and perform tooling changes as required.
• Make modifications to programs to ensure components are produced to specification.
• Use driven tools and inspection equipment to verify quality and precision.
• Produce components for high-precision industries including defence and aviation.
• Maintain clean, organised work areas and follow health and safety procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support production targets and continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience setting and operating Mazak CNC machines.
• Familiarity with Mazatrol controls and basic program modification.
• Skilled in offset adjustments, tooling changes, and use of inspection equipment.
• Experience manufacturing components for defence or aviation industries preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and consistency.
• Reliable, proactive, and a good team player.

Hours & Shift Pattern

• Preferably willing to work Double Day Shifts:
• Monday-Thursday: 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm
• Friday: 6am-11am / 11am-4pm

Remuneration & Benefits

• Hourly rate: £17 per hour, depending on skill and experience.
• Shift allowance: Additional 15% for applicable shifts.
• Overtime available:
• First 5 hours at x1.5
• Next 3 hours at x1.75
• Additional overtime at x2
• 7% company pension contribution
• Company sick pay scheme
• 2x salary death-in-service benefit
• Early finish every Friday
• Stable business with opportunities for development and career progression
• Supportive and collaborative working environment