CNC Operator Turning & Milling

Overview

CNC Operator – Turning & Milling (Setter / Operator)

Location: Birmingham

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: 37 hours per week (Early Friday finish)

About the Business

This opportunity is with a well-established UK precision engineering manufacturer operating in regulated, quality-critical sectors.

The business is known for long employee tenure, reflecting a stable and professional working environment. The shop floor is relaxed but hard-working, with clear expectations, strong technical standards, and a focus on quality rather than volume.

This is a company where people tend to join for the long term.

The Role

We are recruiting a hands-on CNC Programmer / Machinist to work across CNC turning and milling machines.

This is not a CAM-only or offline programming role. The position is focused on setting, operating, and editing existing programs at the machine, working from detailed engineering drawings in a clean, organised manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning and milling machines
• Edit and prove out existing programs at the machine
• Adjust offsets, feeds, speeds, and tooling as required
• Work from engineering drawings, including GD&T
• Support production across machines as required
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and housekeeping
• Contribute to continuous improvement and 5S activities

Skills & Experience Required

• Apprenticeship-trained CNC machinist or equivalent hands-on experience
• Proven experience in CNC turning and milling
• Setter / Operator level experience in a precision engineering environment
• Confidence editing programs at the control
• Strong drawing interpretation skills
• Proactive, reliable approach

Controls & Systems

• Fanuc experience – preferred
• Mazak or similar CNC controls – beneficial
• CMM / inspection experience – advantageous

What\’s On Offer

• Permanent, long-term role
• Stable, well-run engineering environment
• Early Friday finish
• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Clean, quality-focused shop floor