3-Axis CNC Mill Operator / Machinist

Abrivia Recruitment Specialists; Dublin; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Abrivia Recruitment Specialists is seeking an experienced 3-Axis CNC Mill Operator / Machinist for a well-established Irish precision engineering manufacturer in Dublin. The role is fully onsite with finishing early on Fridays, and you will own the job from setup to inspection.

You will set up and run 3-axis CNC mills, fit tooling, set offsets, load programs, inspect parts with precision gauges, and maintain production and quality records while following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as CNC Miller or CNC Machinist
• Experience setting and operating 3-axis CNC milling machines
• Confident reading of engineering drawings
• Knowledge of Fanuc, Heidenhain, Siemens, Mazatrol or similar controls
• CAM software experience
• Experience machining aluminium, stainless steel or other engineering materials
• CNC programming or program editing experience

Responsibilities

• Set up and run 3-axis CNC milling machines from engineering drawings and specifications.
• Fit tooling, set work and tool offsets, and choose speeds, feeds and machining strategies.
• Load and check programs and make small edits when needed.
• Inspect first-offs and check parts during production with precision gauges; hold tight tolerances.
• Keep production and quality records accurate; follow safety and procedures.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and quality teams.

Skills

CNC milling

3-axis milling

Reading drawings

Tool setting

Offsets setting

Measuring equipment

Tolerance control

Problem solving

Health and safety

CNC programming

Fanuc/Siemens/Heidenhain/Mazatrol

CAM software

Aluminium and stainless steel

Tools

CAM software

Job description

Job Title: 3-Axis CNC Mill Operator / Machinist

Location: Dublin

Fully onsite, finishing early on Fridays

At a glance

A well-established Irish precision engineering manufacturer is looking for an experienced CNC machinist to run 3-axis milling machines in a busy, quality-driven workshop. You’ll own the job from setup to inspection, and you’ll be part of a close team that values accuracy and continuous improvement.

What the job involves

You’ll set up and run 3-axis CNC milling machines to produce precision components from engineering drawings and specifications. That includes fitting tooling, setting work and tool offsets, and choosing the right cutters, speeds, feeds and machining strategies for each job. You’ll load and check programs and make small edits when needed.

Quality is central to the role. You’ll inspect first-offs and check parts during production with verniers, micrometers and height gauges, hold tight tolerances consistently, and deal with any machining issues before they affect output. Parts are deburred and finished to standard, and you’ll keep production and quality records accurate.

You’ll also carry out routine machine checks, keep your area clean and safe, follow all company safety, quality and manufacturing procedures, and work closely with the production, engineering and quality teams.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience as a CNC Miller or CNC Machinist
• Hands-on experience setting and operating 3-axis CNC milling machines
• Confident reading of engineering drawings
• A good grasp of CNC machining principles, tooling and cutting parameters
• Experience with precision measuring equipment
• A track record of holding tight tolerances with consistent quality
• Good problem-solving and fault-finding skillsA methodical, detail-focused approach
• Reliability, punctuality and a positive, willing attitude
• Good communication, working independently or in a team, and meeting deadlines
• A strong commitment to health and safety
• CNC programming or program editing experience
• Knowledge of Fanuc, Heidenhain, Siemens, Mazatrol or similar controls
• CAM software experience
• Experience machining aluminium, stainless steel or other engineering materials
• A background in precision engineering, medical, aerospace, automotive or similar manufacturing
• A CNC machining qualification or apprenticeship