Night-Shift CNC Milling: 4/5 Axis Programmer & Setter

First Base Employment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

First Base Employment is seeking an experienced CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join the night shift in Worcester. You will programme and set Mazak 4- and 5-axis machining centres to produce highly toleranced components from engineering drawings.

The role requires a proactive, quality-focused mindset, strong teamwork, and adherence to health and safety standards while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• CNC milling programming and setup experience on 4/5 axis Machining Centres.
• Demonstrable proficiency with Mazatrol controls and safe operation.
• Experience working in a busy manufacturing environment with a team.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate Mazak 4- and 5-axis machining centres.
• Produce a wide range of highly toleranced components from drawings.
• Edit or improve existing programmes to optimise parts.
• Work within a team of engineers while following health and safety guidelines.
• Support continuous improvement and kaizen initiatives in the shop floor.

Skills

CNC milling programming

Mazak 4/5 axis control

Setting and operating

Quality minded

Team collaboration

Education

Apprenticeship or engineering qualification

Tools

Mazatrol programming

Job description

First Base Employment is seeking an experienced CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join the night shift in Worcester. You will programme and set Mazak 4- and 5-axis machining centres to produce highly toleranced components from engineering drawings.

The role requires a proactive, quality-focused mindset, strong teamwork, and adherence to health and safety standards while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.