Location: Chard, Somerset
Salary: £36,000 Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About Us
We are a leading subcontract manufacturing company serving a wide range of industries including Aerospace, Oil & Gas, Automotive, and other precision engineering sectors. Operating to AS9100-accredited quality standards, we work with a diverse selection of materials and deliver high-quality, precision-engineered components to our customers across the UK and beyond.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced CNC Miller / Programmer / Setter to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in CNC milling operations, with the ability to program, set, and operate a range of machines, ensuring components are produced to the highest standards of quality and accuracy.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
* Program, set, and operate CNC milling machines using Fanuc, Heidenhain, and Siemens controls (experience with Mazatrol is highly advantageous).
* Work on 3, 4, and 5-axis machining centres, producing complex, high-precision components.
* Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, ensuring dimensional accuracy and compliance with customer requirements.
* Machine a wide variety of materials, including exotic alloys and hard metals, to tight tolerances.
* Conduct quality checks using appropriate metrology and inspection equipment, following AS9100 and first-off inspection procedures.
* Maintain production efficiency and quality through adherence to 6S and Lean manufacturing practices.
* Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve technical or process-related issues.
* Work independently to manage workloads while contributing effectively as part of a team.
Key Skills & Experience
* Minimum 5 years' experience as a CNC Miller / Programmer / Setter.
* Strong understanding of CNC programming and toolpath optimisation.
* Proven experience within Aerospace, Oil & Gas, or Automotive manufacturing environments.
* Excellent attention to detail and commitment to precision.
* Knowledge of AS9100 standards and quality assurance procedures.
* Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills.
Desirable Attributes
* Experience with offline programming software (e.g. Mastercam, Edgecam, or Fusion 360).
* Understanding of process improvement initiatives.
* Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
* Supportive team environment within a growing, quality-driven company.
* Pension scheme and other company benefits including private health and dental care.
Benefits
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