Bicester
The Role My client is seeking an experienced CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join their precision engineering team. The role involves programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines to produce high-quality components in line with detailed engineering drawings and customer specifications. You will play a key role in ensuring parts are manufactured accurately, efficiently, and to the required standards, while contributing to overall production performance. Key Responsibilities • Programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines to manufacture precision components, • Producing parts in line with engineering drawings and customer specifications, • Selecting appropriate tooling, cutting strategies and machining methods to optimise efficiency, • Ensuring all components meet required quality standards and tolerances, • Working to production schedules and deadlines to meet business and customer requirements, • Carrying out basic inspection and quality checks, • Identifying and resolving machining issues to maintain productivity, • Supporting continuous improvement within the machine shop The Candidate Completed an engineering apprenticeship or gained equivalent hands-on machining experience Strong experience with CNC milling machines Experience working with CAD/CAM software would be beneficial Exposure to multi-axis machining centres is advantageous Experience using manual machines Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work effectively within a team Salary £30,000- £35,000 plus overtime depending on skills and experience.