CNC Milling Programmer/Operator (3–5 Axis, Heidenhain)

Matthew James Group Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Matthew James Group Ltd is seeking a CNC Milling Programmer/Operator/Setter to join our Oxford manufacturing site. You will program, set up, and operate 3–5 axis milling machines from engineering drawings, aiming for high precision and first-time quality.

You will read drawings, select tooling, and optimise setups while maintaining safety and a clean, organised workplace. Strong 5-axis experience and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Miller / Programmer Setter Operator.
• Strong experience with Heidenhain controls.
• Previous 5-axis milling experience.
• Experience working with larger components.
• Good understanding of engineering drawings and machining processes.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Good communication skills and a positive, reliable attitude.
• Experience with Fanuc controls is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC milling machines.
• Online programming using Heidenhain controls.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Selecting tooling and optimising machine setups.
• Machining large and complex components.
• Inspecting and measuring your own work.
• Working to tolerances specified on engineering drawings.
• Maintaining high standards of quality and achieving right-first-time production.
• Supporting continuous improvement and efficient manufacturing.
• Working safely and maintaining an organised working environment.

Skills

CNC Milling

5-axis milling

Reading drawings

Independent work

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Communication

Tools

Heidenhain

Fanuc

Job description

Matthew James Group Ltd is seeking a CNC Milling Programmer/Operator/Setter to join our Oxford manufacturing site. You will program, set up, and operate 3–5 axis milling machines from engineering drawings, aiming for high precision and first-time quality.

You will read drawings, select tooling, and optimise setups while maintaining safety and a clean, organised workplace. Strong 5-axis experience and reliability are essential.