Siemens CNC Machinist: Programmer/Setter/Operator

EMBS Engineering; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

On-site parking

Friendly, professional environment

Immediate start

Varied work across materials

Job summary

EMBS Group is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator to work with Siemens controls in the East Midlands. You will take parts from drawing to finished, first article inspection, programming at the machine and setting up tooling.

The role is permanent, 45 hours per week, with occasional out-of-hours work. You will read engineering drawings, select tooling, and ensure high-quality parts across varied materials.

Qualifications

• Proven experience on Siemens-controlled CNC turning and/or milling machines.
• Ability to set up jobs independently and adjust offsets.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC milling and turning machines on Siemens 810D and 828D controls, alongside ProTURN and ProtoTRAK conversational controls
• Produce precision-machined components to tight tolerances and high quality standards
• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Carry out quality inspections using a range of manual measuring equipment
• Monitor tooling condition and make adjustments to improve machining performance and production efficiency
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and health and safety within the work area
• Work flexibly to meet production deadlines and adapt to changing workloads
• Communicate clearly with managers and colleagues as part of a close-knit team
• Provide occasional out-of-hours support for breakdowns and varying production demands

Skills

Siemens CNC programming

Machine setup

Reading drawings

Quality inspections

Job description

EMBS Group is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator to work with Siemens controls in the East Midlands. You will take parts from drawing to finished, first article inspection, programming at the machine and setting up tooling.

The role is permanent, 45 hours per week, with occasional out-of-hours work. You will read engineering drawings, select tooling, and ensure high-quality parts across varied materials.