At a Glance
- Tasks: Set up and programme CNC milling machines to create precision components.
- Company: Leading precision engineering firm in Nottingham with a focus on quality.
- Benefits: £19 per hour, 24 days annual leave, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for training and career growth in a collaborative setting.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and enhance your skills in cutting-edge manufacturing.
- Qualifications: Experience with CNC milling and ability to read engineering drawings.
The predicted salary is between 19 - 19 £ per hour.
Location: Nottingham
Rate: £19.00 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9.75-hour shifts per day, 39-hour working week
Annual Leave: 187.5 hours annual leave entitlement (equivalent to 24 days)
Job Purpose: To safely set, operate and programme CNC milling machines to manufacture precision engineered components to customer specifications, drawings, and quality requirements. The role requires maintaining high standards of quality, productivity, and housekeeping whilst contributing to continuous improvement within the manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be working predominantly on HAAS and Matsuura CNC machining centres producing high-precision engineered components.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up, operate and programme HAAS and Matsuura CNC milling machines in line with production schedules.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and work instructions.
- Select appropriate tooling, fixtures and machine settings for individual jobs.
- Produce precision components to required tolerances and quality standards.
- Carry out machine adjustments, offsets and tool changes where required.
- Inspect components using measuring equipment including: Verniers, Micrometers, Height Gauges, Thread Gauges, Shadowgraphs (where applicable).
- Complete quality documentation and production records accurately.
- Monitor machine performance and identify issues affecting quality or output.
- Report machine faults, tooling issues and material concerns promptly.
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with health and safety procedures.
- Maintain high housekeeping standards within the work area.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing activities.
- Assist with training and mentoring where required.
- Work collaboratively with production, quality and engineering teams.
Skills & Experience Required:
Essential:
- Previous experience setting and operating CNC milling machines within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
- Experience working on HAAS, Matsuura or similar CNC machining centres.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Experience using precision measuring equipment.
- Understanding of geometric tolerances and quality standards.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Good communication and team-working skills.
- Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively.
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements within manufacturing.
Desirable:
- CNC programming experience.
- Experience with Fanuc-controlled machinery.
- Apprenticeship or engineering qualification.
- Experience within aerospace, automotive, motorsport, defence, medical or subcontract precision engineering environments.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques.
- Experience with multi-axis machining centres.
CNC Miller Programmer in Ruddington employer: Workforce Staffing Ltd
Join a forward-thinking company in Nottingham that values precision engineering and employee development. With competitive pay, generous annual leave, and a commitment to continuous improvement, we foster a collaborative work culture where your skills as a CNC Miller Programmer will thrive. Enjoy opportunities for growth and training while working with state-of-the-art HAAS and Matsuura machines in a safe and supportive environment.
