CNC Programmer, Setter, Operator

Major Recruitment; Brighouse; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Major Recruitment is seeking a skilled CNC Mill/Turn Programmer, Setter & Operator to join the Brighouse production team. The role involves programming from drawings and producing precision components to the highest standards.

Hours are 36.75 per week with day shifts; salary is £16–£18 per hour plus overtime. This is a stable full-time position in a fast-paced, high-precision environment.

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained or time-served machinist.
• Strong background in CNC turning with live tooling.
• Experience with Fanuc, Mazak or Siemens controls.
• Ability to work from drawings with minimal supervision.
• Experience machining large components and small batch work.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative and attention to detail.
• Team player with commitment to HSQE standards.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate Mill/Turn CNC machines
• Produce components from engineering drawings to finished parts
• Work to tight tolerances in a high-precision environment
• Manufacture small batch and one-off components
• Maintain high levels of quality, safety, and housekeeping
• Use and adapt programs across Fanuc, Mazak or Siemens controls

Skills

CNC turning with live tooling

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Team player

HSQE standards

Education

Apprentice-trained or time-served machinist

Tools

Fanuc controls

Mazak controls

Siemens controls

Job description

CNC Programmer, Setter, Operator (eu3-1960-692127) Brighouse, England

Salary: GBP16 - GBP18 per hour + + overtime

Brighouse

£16.00+ per hour + Overtime (Negotiable DOE)

Day Shifts

Early Friday Finish

Overview

We are seeking a skilled CNC Mill/Turn Programmer, Setter & Operator to join our clients production team in Brighouse. This role is ideal for an experienced machinist who can work independently, program from drawings and produce precision components to the highest standards.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Friday: 8:00am - 12:15pm
• 36.75 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate Mill/Turn CNC machines
• Produce components from engineering drawings to finished parts
• Work to tight tolerances in a high-precision environment
• Manufacture small batch and one-off components
• Maintain high levels of quality, safety, and housekeeping
• Use and adapt programs across Fanuc, Mazak or Siemens controls

Skills & Experience Required

• Apprentice-trained or time-served machinist
• Strong background in CNC turning with live tooling
• Experience with Fanuc, Mazak or Siemens controls
• Ability to work from drawings with minimal supervision
• Experience machining large components and small batch work
• Self-motivated with strong initiative and attention to detail
• Team player with commitment to HSQE standards

What We're Looking For

• Reliable, honest, and proactive individual
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced precision engineering environment
• Keen to contribute to continuous improvement and team success

This is a stable, full-time role with excellent work-life balance, a great culture where your skills are valued.

You will have the opportunity to work on varied, high-precision components.