CNC Programmer/Setter — Precision Milling & Turning

WLR Precision; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WLR Precision Engineering in Nottingham is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer/Setter for a full-time, on-site role. You will create, modify and optimize CNC programs for milling and turning from drawings, set up machines, select tooling, run tests, and adjust offsets to maintain tight tolerances and surface finishes.

You will collaborate with engineers and quality teams to resolve issues and support continuous improvements across the production environment, ensuring on-time delivery and

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation for CNC machining.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software and generating programs for complex components.
• Hands-on machining and milling, including setting, operating and optimizing CNC machines.
• General programming capability for editing and troubleshooting CNC programs on the shop floor.
• Experience in a high-precision, quality-focused environment; aerospace experience is a plus.
• Understanding of measurement techniques and tolerance control using metrology equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail and adherence to tight schedules.
• Good communication and teamwork to collaborate with engineering, production and quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up, prove out and optimize CNC milling/turning operations.
• Select tooling and workholding, perform test runs and adjust offsets.
• Collaborate with engineers and quality teams to resolve machining issues.
• Support process improvements and ensure parts meet specifications and delivery deadlines.

Skills

Interpret drawings

CNC programming

Machining experience

Troubleshooting

Metrology knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Vocational qualification or apprenticeship in machining

Tools

CAD/CAM software

CMM inspection tools

Job description

WLR Precision Engineering in Nottingham is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer/Setter for a full-time, on-site role. You will create, modify and optimize CNC programs for milling and turning from drawings, set up machines, select tooling, run tests, and adjust offsets to maintain tight tolerances and surface finishes.

You will collaborate with engineers and quality teams to resolve issues and support continuous improvements across the production environment, ensuring on-time delivery and