CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator (VMC / HMC)
Salary: £17.26 £18.45 per hour (Approx. £35,000 £37,500)
Overtime potential: Up to £45,000 £50,000
Working hours: 39 hours/week + rate
Shift Pattern:
MonThurs: 07:30 16:30
Fri: 07:30 12:30
The Role:
We are seeking a skilledCNC Programmer / Setter / Operatorto join ourVMC & HMC Milling Cell.
Working in a subcontract environment, you will be involved in one-off and small batch production, giving you the opportunity to fully utilise your technical expertise.
Key responsibilities include:
* Programming, setting, and operating CNC machining centres
* Working from detailed engineering drawings
* Selecting tooling and proving out programs
* Machining a wide range of materials including steels, stainless steels, alloys, and non-ferrous metals
* Producing components from raw materials such as bar stock, fabrications, castings, and forgings
* Using CNC equipment with 4th axis capability and probing systems
* Programming via offline software or directly at the machine
About the Company:
We are a well-established, ISO 9001:2015 certified subcontract engineering company based in Merseyside. With a long history supporting industries such as automotive, marine, and heavy engineering, we now supply precision components to sectors including nuclear, defence, oil & gas, fluid handling, and power generation.
The business specialises in the manufacture of high-precision components such as drive train parts, valve and pump internals, and long-length precision shafts.
Essential Requirements:
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
* Strong experience programming, setting, and operating CNC machines (Fanuc controls preferred)
* Ability to interpret detailed engineering drawings
* Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality systems
* Experience machining exotic materials (e.g. duplex, Inconel, Hastelloy, Monel)
* Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* High attention to detail
Desirable:
* Experience with Doosan VMCs or horizontal machining centres
* Familiarity with twin pallet HMC systems
* Manual Guide programming
* Experience with CAD/CAM software (e.g. OneCNC)
* 4th axis machining
* Background in valve and pump component manufacture
* Experience in regulated industries (nuclear, defence, oil & gas, etc.)
* Proficiency with Office 365 and ERP systems
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and overtime rates
* Company bonus scheme*
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Contributory pension scheme
* Ongoing training and development
* Corporate workwear provided
* Flexible working options**
* Subject to company performance and criteria
** Based on business needs
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