Cnc Programmer Setter Operator
28 days ago
Halifax
CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire Salary: £17.50 – £19.80 per hour, dependent on experience About the Role: We are currently recruiting for an experienced CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join a well-established precision engineering business based in Halifax. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC machinist with strong experience in programming, setting and operating 3 and 4-axis vertical milling machines using Heidenhain controls. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-precision components to exacting quality and tolerance standards, including machining challenging materials such as Inconel, Nitronic, stainless steel and other high-spec alloys. Working Hours: Monday – Thursday: 7:00am – 3:30pm Friday: 7:00am – 1:00pm 38 hours Key Responsibilities: • Program new CNC milling jobs directly at the machine using Heidenhain controls, • Set and operate vertical milling machines, • Load, prove, edit and optimise CNC programs, • Set up fixtures, vices and tooling accurately, • Machine components from a range of exotic and difficult-to-machine materials, • Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications, • Select appropriate tooling, feeds, speeds and cutting strategies, • Carry out first-off and in-process inspection, • Work to tight tolerances and high surface-finish requirements, • Identify and resolve machining, tooling and process issues, • Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment, • Follow all relevant health, safety and quality procedures About You: The ideal candidate will have: • Proven experience as a CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator, • Strong knowledge of Heidenhain CNC controls, • Experience setting and operating vertical milling machines, • The ability to program directly at the machine, • Experience machining exotic or hard-to-machine materials such as Inconel or Nitronic, • Good knowledge of fixture setup, tooling selection and work offset setting, • A strong understanding of cutting tools and advanced machining practices, • The ability to work accurately to tight tolerances, • Excellent attention to detail and a self-motivated approach, • The ability to work independently as well as part of a team Desirable Experience The following would be advantageous but are not essential: • Experience with one-off, prototype or small-batch production, • Experience within precision or high-integrity industries such as aerospace, oil & gas, medical or motorsport, • Knowledge of continuous improvement or lean manufacturing techniques What's on Offer? • £17.50 – £19.80 per hour, dependent on experience, • Stable day shift pattern, • Early finish every Friday, • Modern, well-equipped machining environment, • Long-term career opportunity within an established precision engineering business If you're an experienced CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator looking for a stable days-based position where your programming and precision machining skills will be valued, we'd like to hear from you