CNC Milling Setter & Programmer — Precision & Growth

REED CONSTRUCTION LIMITED; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Comprehensive training and development

Job summary

Reed Construction Limited is seeking a skilled CNC Setter/Programmer (Milling) in Chelmsford to set up and run CNC milling machines, program using CAM software, and optimise cycles for efficiency and quality.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, setting tooling, and performing first-off checks while upholding safety standards. Training and development opportunities are available within a growing manufacturing business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Setter in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in setting and operating CNC Milling machines.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and using precision measuring equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC milling machines using CAM software and/or machine controls.
• Set and prepare machines for production runs, selecting tooling, fixtures, and cutting parameters.
• Prove out new programs, adjust to optimise cycle times and quality, edit existing programs to enhance performance.
• Ensure program storage and control align with company procedures.
• Operate CNC milling machines safely and effectively per drawings and specs.
• Perform first-off inspections and in-process checks to meet schedules.
• Read and interpret drawings and specs; use micrometers, verniers, gauges to ensure quality.
• Identify quality issues and support root-cause investigations with corrective actions.
• Identify and implement improvements in programming, tooling, and machining processes.
• Conduct routine machine maintenance and daily checks; report issues promptly.
• Follow Health & Safety policies and PPE requirements.

Skills

CNC Milling

CNC Setter

Reading drawings

Measuring equipment

Problem solving

Education

Time-served apprenticeship

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds (advantageous)

HNC in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering (advantageous)

Tools

Fanuc

Heidenhain

Siemens

Fusion 360

Edgecam

Mastercam

Job description

Reed Construction Limited is seeking a skilled CNC Setter/Programmer (Milling) in Chelmsford to set up and run CNC milling machines, program using CAM software, and optimise cycles for efficiency and quality.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, setting tooling, and performing first-off checks while upholding safety standards. Training and development opportunities are available within a growing manufacturing business.