CNC Milling Programmer / Setter

FindCore; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

FindCore are seeking an experienced CNC Milling Programmer / Setter for a permanent, full-time role at our Birmingham site. You will program, set and operate 3-axis and 5-axis machines to produce prototype and low-volume components from engineering drawings.

The ideal candidate has strong Mazatrol or Heidenhain knowledge, reads drawings confidently and can manage tooling, feeds and speeds while maintaining tight tolerances and quality standards in a clean, safe environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC milling, programming, setting and operating.
• Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience with 3-axis and/or 5-axis machining centres.
• Strong knowledge of Mazatrol and/or Heidenhain controls.

Responsibilities

• Programme, set and operate 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining centres.
• Produce one-off, prototype and low-volume precision components from engineering drawings.
• Work confidently with Mazatrol and/or Heidenhain controls.
• Manufacture components to tight tolerances and required quality standards.
• Select appropriate tooling, feeds and speeds for each job.
• Design or manufacture fixtures and jigs where required.
• Inspect finished components using appropriate measuring equipment.
• Ensure production lead times and delivery deadlines are achieved.
• Complete relevant production paperwork and shop-floor data accurately.
• Carry out routine preventative maintenance on machinery.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.

Skills

CNC Milling

Programming

Setting

Operating

Reading drawings

Mazatrol/Heidenhain

Inspection with measuring equipment

Job description

FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an established precision engineering business with the recruitment of an experienced CNC Milling Programmer / Setter.

Permanent, full-time position. This role will be based at the company's Birmingham site.

The business specialises in low-volume and prototype machining, fixtures, specialist components and precision engineering for sectors including aerospace, automotive, medical and nuclear.

Salary

£18.00-£22.00 per hour, depending on experience

• regular overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 8:00am-4:30pm

Friday: 8:00am-2:00pm

Key Responsibilities

• Programme, set and operate 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining centres.
• Produce one-off, prototype and low-volume precision components from engineering drawings.
• Work confidently with Mazatrol and/or Heidenhain controls.
• Manufacture components to tight tolerances and required quality standards.
• Select appropriate tooling, feeds and speeds for each job.
• Design or manufacture fixtures and jigs where required.
• Inspect finished components using appropriate measuring equipment.
• Ensure production lead times and delivery deadlines are achieved.Complete relevant production paperwork and shop-floor data accurately.
• Carry out routine preventative maintenance on machinery.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.

Skills & Experience

• Experience within CNC milling, programming, setting and operating.
• Confident reading and working from engineering drawings.
• Experience with 3-axis and/or 5-axis machining centres is preferred
• Strong knowledge of Mazatrol and/or Heidenhain controls.
• Ability to work accurately to tight tolerances.
• Confident using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage jobs from initial material through to finished component.
• Experience using conventional machinery such as centre lathes, turret mills or surface grinders would be advantageous.
• CAD and quality-systems experience would also be beneficial.

What's on Offer

• £18.00-£22.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Regular overtime paid at time-and-a-half.
• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Workplace pension.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company uniform.
• Free tea and coffee.
• Modern machinery and clean engineering environment.
• Varied work across prototypes, fixtures, bespoke components and low-volume production.
• Opportunity to continue developing your engineering skills within an experienced team.