CNC Programmer/Setter

Recruit Engineering; Kinsley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering firm in Kinsley is looking for an experienced CNC Programmer / Setter (Milling or Turning). You will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating CNC mills or lathes, producing precision components, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have experience with Fanuc controls and be able to interpret complex engineering drawings. The position offers a double day shift with a competitive hourly rate and potential for overtime.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Shift allowance

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience programming and setting either CNC mills or lathes.
• Confident working with Fanuc controls.
• Knowledge of Fusion360 is ideal but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC mills or lathes.
• Producing precision components to tight engineering tolerances.
• Carrying out in-process inspection using micrometres.

Skills

Programming CNC mills or lathes

Working with Fanuc controls

Reading complex engineering drawings

Tools

Micrometres

Bore gauges

Calipers

Fusion360

Job description

Overview

CNC Programmer / Setter (Milling or Turning). We are representing a precision engineering business involved in project-based, special-purpose build environments. Due to increased demand across ongoing technical programmes, a position is now available for an experienced CNC Programmer / Setter (Milling or Turning) to join a multi-disciplinary manufacturing team producing tight-tolerance components for complex mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC mills or lathes (multi-axis).
• Producing precision components to tight engineering tolerances.
• Carrying out in-process inspection using micrometres, bore gauges and calipers.
• Adjusting tooling, offsets and machining parameters to maintain accuracy.
• Interpreting complex technical drawings, including GD&T.
• Working collaboratively with engineering and quality teams across bespoke build projects.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area.

Shift Pattern & Pay

• Double Day Shift: 6:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00 (weekly rotation)
• Rate: £18.00 per hour + shift allowance
• Overtime and additional benefits available.

Ideal Background

• Experience programming and setting either CNC mills or lathes.
• Confident working with Fanuc controls (other controls also considered).
• Knowledge of Fusion360 would be ideal but not essential.
• Able to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Background in one-off or low-volume precision machining environments.
• Manual machining experience advantageous but not essential.

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