CNC Milling Operator

Workforce Recruitment and Training; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking experienced CNC Milling Operators for permanent night shifts in the United Kingdom. Successful candidates will manage night production runs, handle CNC milling machines, and uphold quality standards. Experience with Heidenhain controls and precision machining is essential. This role offers a competitive pay of £16.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in precision machining is required.
• Must be confident with Heidenhain controls.
• Able to inspect own work using gauges and CMM equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth production runs through the night.
• Make setting and tooling adjustments as needed.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.

Skills

Precision machining experience

Heidenhain controls

Setting and operating CNC milling machines

Inspecting work using gauges

Comfortable working to tight tolerances

Team player

Job description

CNC Milling Operator (Nights)
Pay: £16.00 per hour
(£14.00 base rate + £2.00 night shift allowance)
Permanent
Immediate Start
Nights: Monday–Thursday, 6pm–6am

We’re currently recruiting for two experienced CNC Milling Operators to join a precision engineering business in the area. These are permanent, full-time night shift positions, offering a great opportunity for experienced machinists to work with high-quality components in a clean, well-equipped workshop.

The Role

As a CNC Milling Operator, you’ll be responsible for ensuring smooth production runs through the night, continuing jobs set up during the day and maintaining quality standards. You’ll work on 3- and 5-axis milling machines using Heidenhain controls.

Key Duties

• Continuing production of pre-set parts
• Making setting and tooling adjustments as needed
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Inspecting your own work (using both manual tools and CMM equipment)
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area
• Producing high-quality work to exact specifications
• Working collaboratively with the day shift to ensure smooth handovers

Experience & Skills Required

• Time-served or equivalent experience in precision machining
• Confident with Heidenhain controls
• Capable of setting and operating CNC milling machines
• Able to inspect own work using gauges and CMM equipment
• Comfortable working to tight tolerances
• Experience with a range of materials (steel, brass, bronze, aluminium, plastics, super duplex, etc.)
• Strong team player with a flexible attitude