Cnc Miller/Turner

Platform Recruitment; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled CNC Miller/Turner in Bedford, England. The successful candidate will operate and set up CNC machines, conduct quality control, and engage in process improvement. Candidates should have experience with CNC Turning and Milling, proficiency in reading engineering drawings, and the ability to use various engineering measurement tools. This position offers an opportunity to work within a growing team in the mechanical engineering industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in setting and operating CNC Turning, Milling, or Mill/Turning machines.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and understanding geometric tolerancing.
• Skilled in using various engineering measurement tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC machines and tooling, operate CNC controls, produce components.
• Conduct first-off checks and ensure dimensional and visual accuracy.
• Maintain machine cleanliness and perform routine lubrication.
• Engage in Kaizen activities and collaborate with Production Engineering.

Skills

CNC Turning

CNC Milling

Reading engineering drawings

Geometric tolerancing

Tools

CNC machines

Measuring tools

Job description

My Client specialises in the mechanical/industrial engineering industry and are looking for a CNC Miller/Turner to join their growing team!

Job Responsibilities

• Machine Operation & Setup: Refer to technical documents to set up CNC machines and tooling, operate CNC controls with basic programming knowledge, and produce components adhering to company standards. Includes gearshaper machine operation.
• Quality Control: Conduct first‑off checks, use measuring equipment to ensure dimensional and visual accuracy, and make necessary offset adjustments for error rectification.
• Maintenance & Safety: Maintain machine cleanliness, perform routine lubrication, ensure safety standards, and report defects to minimise downtime and waste.
• Process Improvement & Collaboration: Engage in Kaizen activities, collaborate with Production Engineering, Quality, and Supervision to solve problems and optimise efficiency.
• Additional Duties: Perform assembly tasks and take on additional reasonable tasks or projects as required by the Manager.

Skills and Experience Required

• Experience in setting and operating CNC Turning, Milling, or Mill/Turning machines, with proficiency in reading engineering drawings and understanding geometric tolerancing.
• Skilled in using various engineering measurement tools and techniques.
• Demonstrates manual dexterity, attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

If you feel like you have the right skills and experience then please apply with a copy of your updated CV and we will be in touch with more details.