Halifax
Mazco Recruitment are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established precision engineering company for an experienced CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join their skilled machining team on a permanent day shift basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly capable machinist with strong experience programming, setting, and operating 3 & 4 Axis CNC vertical milling machines using Heidenhain controls. The role involves machining complex, high-precision components from a variety of challenging materials including Inconel, Nitronic, stainless steels, and other high-specification alloys. The Role You will be responsible for programming at the machine, setting up jobs, proving out programs, and producing precision-machined components to extremely tight tolerances and high-quality standards. Key Responsibilities • Program new CNC milling jobs directly at the machine using Heidenhain controls, • Set and operate 3 & 4 Axis vertical milling machines, • Load, edit, prove, and optimise CNC programs, • Set fixtures, vices, tooling, and work offsets accurately, • Machine precision components from exotic and difficult-to-machine materials, • Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications, • Select suitable tooling, feeds, speeds, and machining strategies Skills & Experience Required • Proven experience as a CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator, • Strong knowledge of Heidenhain CNC controls, • Experience with vertical milling machinery, • Ability to program directly at the machine, • Experience machining exotic materials such as Inconel or Nitronic, • Strong understanding of tooling selection and machining practices Desirable Experience • One-off, prototype, or small batch machining experience, • Background in aerospace, motorsport, medical, oil & gas, or other high-integrity sectors, • Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices What’s On Offer • Competitive salary based on experience, • Permanent day shift pattern, • Early finish every Friday, • Modern, well-equipped machining facility, • Long-term opportunity with a respected precision engineering business, • Supportive and skilled working environment To apply or find out more, contact Mazco Recruitment today