CNC Miller / Programmer
19 hours ago
Newport
MERITUS are working with a well-established precision engineering manufacturer looking to recruit an experienced CNC Miller Setter / Editor / Programmer / Operator to join their growing machining team. CNC MILLER / PROGRAMMER - £18 - £20 PER HOUR - CHRISTCHURCH, DORSET - PERMANENT ROLE - 1 STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SECTOR: PRECISION ENGINEERING We are looking for a skilled CNC Miller with experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling machinery. You will be responsible for producing high-precision machined components to drawing specifications while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency and safety. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company producing complex precision components across a diverse range of sectors including Aerospace, Defence, Instrumentation, Automotive, Oil & Gas, ensuring a varied and technically challenging workload. The successful candidate will play a key role in programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines while also supporting inspection and finishing activities throughout the manufacturing process. This is a hands-on role offering excellent variety, with opportunities to support first-off inspection, deburring and quality activities, enabling you to further develop your engineering skill set. Key Responsibilities • Program, set and operate CNC milling machines to manufacture precision-engineered components., • Edit existing CNC programs and optimise machining processes to improve efficiency and quality., • Work with Fanuc and Haas controls to produce components to tight tolerances., • Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing documentation., • Select appropriate tooling and machining strategies to support production requirements., • Conduct first-off inspections and verify components against engineering drawings and customer specifications., • Carry out in-process inspections to ensure products consistently meet quality standards., • Support deburring and finishing activities where required., • Identify and resolve machining issues to minimise downtime and scrap., • Maintain accurate production records and complete any required manufacturing documentation., • Work closely with production, quality and engineering teams to ensure efficient workflow and delivery performance., • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across machining and manufacturing processes., • Ensure compliance with all company quality standards, operating procedures and health & safety requirements., • Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment. Essential Experience & Skills • Previous experience working as a CNC Miller Setter, Programmer, Operator within a precision engineering environment., • Strong experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling machinery., • Experience using Fanuc and/or Haas controls., • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications., • Experience manufacturing components to tight tolerances., • Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling selection and cutting parameters., • Ability to use a range of inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers and gauges., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work. Why Apply? • Diverse and interesting workload across multiple industries., • Opportunity to develop beyond machining through inspection and quality responsibilities., • Supportive environment with genuine opportunities for progression., • Company history of funding further education and engineering qualifications., • Flexible working hours through a flexitime arrangement., • Competitive hourly rate with flexibility for exceptional candidates., • Bonus scheme, pension and death in service benefit. JBRP1_UKTJ