CNC Miller - Setter , Operator

HR GO Recruitment; Tendring; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

HRGO Recruitment seeks a skilled CNC Miller to set up and operate CNC Mills for precision parts across Marine, Automotive, Aerospace, Food and Medical sectors. You will read drawings, adjust tooling, and ensure quality while working to established procedures.

The role offers either a 4-day or 5-day week with standard UK hours, onsite at Clacton-on-Sea, Essex. Overtime rates apply, with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in setting up and operating CNC Mills or lathes with attention to quality.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Demonstrated teamwork and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run CNC Mills to produce precision components per drawings.
• Inspect own work and adjust processes to maintain tolerances.
• Update tooling sheets and record cycle times.
• Operate additional machinery when required according to guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work area.
• Collaborate with peers to improve efficiency and processes.
• Follow health and safety protocols at all times.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Quality inspection

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Job description

CNC Miller - Setter / Operator

• Location: Clacton on Sea, Essex
• Salary: From £34,476 PA (£17.00 p/hr), depending on experience, plus overtime rates
• Working Hrs - 39 hrs per week.

Choice of working a 4-day or 5-day week:

• Mon - Wed - 07:30 - 18:00 and Thurs 07:30 - 17:00

Or

• Mon - Thurs - 07:30 - 16:30 and Fri 07:30 - 12:30
• We would also consider candidates looking for working on a night shift basis

We are seeking a skilled CNC Miller to join this long established and respected precision engineering company that serves the Marine, Automotive, Aerospace, Food and Medical sectors.

As a CNC Miller, you will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC Mills to produce high-precision components according to technical drawings and specifications.

Key Tasks:

• Set up and run CNC Mills, ensuring adherence to quality and work procedures.
• Operate additional machinery when required, in accordance with company guidelines.
• Inspect your own work and make adjustments as needed to maintain quality standards.
• Update tooling sheets and record cycle times.
• Assist fellow setter/operators in improving efficiency and processes.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Ensure strict compliance with health and safety protocols.

Requirements:

• Proficient in operating various CNC machines and controls.
• Understanding tool and material capabilities to ensure efficient operations.
• Ability to inspect your own work.
• Team player.
• Engineering apprenticeship (advantageous).
• Previous experience in a similar role.

HRGO Recruitment offers permanent and temporary jobs across the UK. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. We aim to respond to all applications. HRGO is an equal opportunities employer.