CNC Programmer - Setter (Milling or Turning)

Elite People; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company in Long Eaton seeks an experienced CNC Programmer/Setter. The role involves setting and programming CNC machines for batch work, maintaining a safe work area, and ensuring accuracy through inspections. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in CNC programming and an understanding of various control systems. Full-time permanent employment with competitive hourly rates up to £18.00 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC programming and setting for milling and turning machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with measuring tools such as micrometers and verniers.

Responsibilities

• Set and program CNC milling and turning machines for batch work.
• Load tooling, set offsets, and prove out new jobs.
• Create and adjust programs for efficiency and accuracy.
• Conduct first-off and in-process inspections.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setting

Precision measurement using micrometers and gauges

Tools

Hurco WinMax

Siemens

Fanuc

Sinumerik

Job description

Job Description

Location : Long Eaton, Nottingham (NG10)

Pay :

• Up to £18.00 per hour experienced Programmer / Setter
• Around £16.50 per hour experienced Setter (depending on skills and capability)

Hours : Monday to Thursday 06 : 30 16 : 00, Friday 06 : 30 12 : 30

Employment : Permanent, full-time

About the Company

A well-established subcontract precision engineering company based in Long Eaton, supplying high-quality machined components to the automotive, rail, and general engineering sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced CNC Programmer / Setter to join their skilled and friendly team.

The Role

• Setting and programming CNC milling and turning machines for small to medium batch work.
• Loading tooling, setting offsets, and proving out new jobs from engineering drawings.
• Creating and adjusting programs at the machine to optimise efficiency and accuracy.
• Carrying out first-off and in-process inspections using micrometers, verniers, and gauges.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work area.

Machine & Control Details

• Milling Controls : Hurco WinMax and Siemens
• Turning Controls : Hurco WinMax, Fanuc, and Sinumerik

(Experience with other control systems is also welcome full training can be provided on these contro...