Experienced CNC Milling Operator (3–5 Axis) – Heidenhain

Actio Recruitment; Corsham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Mileage subsidy

Cycle to Work Scheme

Pension scheme after 3 months

Uniform and PPE provided

Mileage subsidy

26–25 days holiday

Job summary

Actio Recruitment is seeking a CNC Milling Operator / Machinist in Corsham to manufacture precision components from CAD models and drawings. The role involves setting, operating and programming CNC mills (3-5 axis) with Heidenhain controls, and maintaining tooling records.

You will read engineering drawings, potentially use CAD/CAM tools, and contribute to process improvements while ensuring quality and shop-floor safety. On-site role with good progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience working on CNC milling machines.
• Strong CNC milling background with setting and operating experience.
• Experience with Heidenhain controls.
• Experience working with 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC milling machines.
• Previous CNC programming experience.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• CAD/CAM experience would be beneficial.
• Experience with Autodesk PowerMill and/or Fusion 360 would be advantageous.
• Apprentice trained would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture precision components from CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Set and operate CNC milling machines across a range of sizes and configurations.
• Confidently programme parts, either fully or partially.
• Operate more than one machine when required during busy production periods.
• Maintain programme and tooling records for components produced.
• Provide feedback to Production Engineering to improve programmes and machining methods.
• Carry out basic inspection of components to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Work safely and contribute positively to health and safety standards on the shop floor.

Skills

CNC milling

Heidenhain controls

5-axis milling experience

3-axis / multi-axis machining

CNC programming

Reading engineering drawings

CAD/CAM experience

PowerMill

Fusion 360

Apprentice trained

Tools

PowerMill

Fusion 360

Job description

Actio Recruitment is seeking a CNC Milling Operator / Machinist in Corsham to manufacture precision components from CAD models and drawings. The role involves setting, operating and programming CNC mills (3-5 axis) with Heidenhain controls, and maintaining tooling records.

You will read engineering drawings, potentially use CAD/CAM tools, and contribute to process improvements while ensuring quality and shop-floor safety. On-site role with good progression opportunities.