CNC Miller (Setter &/or Team Leader)

Bolt-On Personnel Ltd; Bucks Hill; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established precision machining company in the UK is seeking experienced CNC Millers and a Milling Team Leader. Successful candidates will possess over 3 years of experience in CNC Milling and proven expertise in 5-axis machining. Responsibilities include setting and operating CNC machining centers, producing high-quality components, and participating in continuous improvements. This is an opportunity to work in a modern environment with a focus on quality and precision, offering a compelling career path.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Company pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Continuous training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in CNC Milling.
• Proven competence with 5-axis machining.
• Ability to set and operate milling centres independently.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating 5-axis CNC machining centres.
• Producing small, complex, precision components to tight tolerances.
• Participating in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

CNC Milling

5-axis machining

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

CNC Miller & Milling Team Leader Opportunities

Location: Kings Langley, Hertfordshire
Salary: Competitive, DOE

Benefits

• Modern, fully equipped machine shop featuring brand-new CNC machine tools and the latest software.
• Transparent and inclusive management culture.
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free onsite parking.
• Continuous training and long-term career development opportunities.

Company Profile

A well-established subcontract precision machining company supplying a wide range of sectors. The business operates to recognised quality standards and offers comprehensive capabilities in CNC Milling, CNC Turning, EDM processes and subcontract inspection. Continued growth and significant investment in new technology have created multiple opportunities within the Milling department.

Current Vacancies

1. CNC Miller – Setter/Operator (Nights)
2. Team Leader – Milling Department (Nights)

Both roles require individuals who are motivated, quality-driven and able to communicate effectively within a high-performance engineering environment, and willing to work Night shift.

Role Overview

Due to ongoing expansion and investment in advanced CNC machinery, JK Engineering is seeking experienced CNC Machinists to join the Milling team. Successful applicants will have strong attention to detail, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and at least 3+ years’ experience in CNC Milling. 5-axis experience is essential for both roles. The Team Leader vacancy is available for those with leadership capability and experience coordinating workflow within a milling environment.

Key Duties

• Setting and operating 5-axis CNC machining centres. (Heidenhain experience beneficial but not essential.)
• Producing small, complex, precision components to tight tolerances and strict quality standards.
• Participating in continuous improvement activities.
• Machining a wide range of materials, including aluminium, steels, titanium, super alloys, and engineering plastics when required.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings accurately.
• Proving out, setting and operating CNC programs and tooling for 5-axis machining.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in CNC Milling.
• Proven competence with 5-axis machining.
• Ability to set and operate milling centres independently.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and machining best practice.
• For the Team Leader position: experience leading a small team, coordinating workload, and supporting junior machinists.

Hours of Work

• Monday to Thursday – 5:00pm to 5:00am
• Regular overtime available (typically 5–10+ hours per week, paid at x1.5).

Interested?

If you’re an experienced CNC Miller looking for a fresh challenge - or a skilled machinist ready to step up into a Team Leader role - we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch to discuss the opportunities further or to submit your application.

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