Precision CNC Milling Operator & Setter (ProtoTRAK)

Winsearch; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Winsearch is seeking a Drill Machine Operator to join a well-established engineering manufacturer. The role focuses on setting and operating CNC milling machines, loading tooling, and producing precision components to engineering drawings. This is not a programming role.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm (37.5 hours), with pay £16.50-£18.50 per hour DOE. Candidates should have experience with ProtoTRAK controllers and stainless steel machining.

Qualifications

• Previous machining experience in engineering/manufacturing.
• Experience setting and operating CNC milling machines.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Confident using measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometers, gauges.
• Able to work accurately to tight tolerances.
• Health and safety awareness in machine shop.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate an XYZ SMX 4 milling machine.
• Use ProtoTRAK controller in daily operations.
• Load and secure materials, tooling and fixtures.
• Adjust tooling, machine settings and fixture offsets.
• Read, interpret and work from engineering drawings.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.

Skills

CNC milling

Reading engineering drawings

Measuring tools (verniers, micrometers

Health & safety in machine shop

Set up and operate milling machines

Education

Time-served engineering apprenticeship

Tools

ProtoTRAK controller

XYZ SMX 4 milling machine

Job description

Winsearch is seeking a Drill Machine Operator to join a well-established engineering manufacturer. The role focuses on setting and operating CNC milling machines, loading tooling, and producing precision components to engineering drawings. This is not a programming role.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm (37.5 hours), with pay £16.50-£18.50 per hour DOE. Candidates should have experience with ProtoTRAK controllers and stainless steel machining.