CNC Milling Programmer – Flexible Hours & Progression

Meritus; Hurn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension plan

Death in service benefit

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Meritus is seeking an experienced CNC Miller to join a precision engineering manufacturer in Christchurch. The role covers programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines, with involvement in inspection and finishing to ensure parts meet exact specifications.

You will work with Fanuc and Haas controls, interpreting drawings and applying tight tolerances. The position offers stability, a busy workload and opportunities for skill development within a respected engineering team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a CNC Miller Setter, Programmer, Operator within a precision engineering environment.
• Strong experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling machinery.
• Experience using Fanuc and/or Haas controls.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience manufacturing components to tight tolerances.
• Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling selection and cutting parameters.
• Ability to use inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers and gauges.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC milling machines to manufacture precision‑engineered components.
• Edit existing CNC programs and optimise machining processes to improve efficiency and quality.
• Work with Fanuc and Haas controls to produce components to tight tolerances.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing documentation.
• Select tooling and machining strategies to support production requirements.
• Carry out first-off inspections and verify components against drawings and customer specifications.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation.
• Support deburring and finishing activities as needed.
• Identify and resolve machining issues to minimise downtime and scrap.

Skills

CNC milling

Programming

Machine setting

Fanuc/Haas controls

Tools

Fanuc controls

Haas controls

Job description

Meritus is seeking an experienced CNC Miller to join a precision engineering manufacturer in Christchurch. The role covers programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines, with involvement in inspection and finishing to ensure parts meet exact specifications.

You will work with Fanuc and Haas controls, interpreting drawings and applying tight tolerances. The position offers stability, a busy workload and opportunities for skill development within a respected engineering team.