CNC Programmer Setter

Prime Appointments Recruitment Agency; Maldon; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Appointments Recruitment Agency in Maldon, Essex is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer Setter to join an established high-precision manufacturing company. Based on-site, you will program and set up CNC milling machines, manufacture components from drawings, and perform self-inspections to ensure tolerances are met.

The role offers £37,000–£42,000 per annum, a 40-hour week with early finish on Friday, 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, and free onsite parking.

Qualifications

• Experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling machinery.
• Proficiency with Siemens Shopmill and Heidenhain controls.
• Ability to interpret and work from detailed technical engineering drawings.
• Fusion 360 CAD/CAM experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently program and set up CNC milling machines in line with job specifications.
• Manufacture high-precision components directly from technical drawings.
• Perform thorough self-inspections to ensure all finished parts meet tight tolerances.
• Write, edit, and optimize CNC programs while preparing machinery based on works orders.

Skills

CNC Milling

Siemens Shopmill

Heidenhain controls

Fusion 360 CAD/CAM

Engineering Drawings

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £37,000 - £42,000 per annum

Location: Maldon, Essex

On-site

Position: CNC Programmer Setter

Salary: circa £40,000

Are you a skilled CNC Machinist looking to advance your career with a leading subcontract engineering specialist? An established high-precision manufacturing company based in Maldon is seeking a talented CNC Programmer Setter to join their expanding engineering team. Manufacturing top-tier components and assemblies for diverse industries across the UK, they offer a dynamic environment for dedicated engineering professionals.

Duties

• Efficiently program and set up CNC milling machines in line with job specifications.


• Manufacture high-precision components directly from technical drawings.


• Perform thorough self-inspections to ensure all finished parts strictly meet tight tolerances.


• Write, edit, and optimize CNC programs while preparing machinery based on works orders.

Experience Required

• Experience of programming, setting, and operating CNC milling machinery.


• Hands-on proficiency with Siemens Shopmill and Heidenhain controls.


• Ability to interpret and work from detailed technical engineering drawings.


• Hands-on experience with Fusion 360 CAD/CAM software is advantageous.


• Strong attention to detail, proactive work style, and a desire to progress professionally.

What's On Offer

• Salary: £37,000 - £42,000 per annum (depending on experience)


• 40 hours per week early finish on Friday (opening hours - 7.30am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and 2.30pm on Friday)


• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays


• Free onsite parking


• Ongoing training, skills development and room for progression