CNC Miller/Horizontal Borer
Location - Oldham
An established precision engineering manufacturer operating within highly regulated, safety-critical sectors is seeking an experienced CNC Miller to support ongoing production across a modern machining facility. This role is suited to a time-served machinist with strong CNC milling capability and experience working to tight tolerances on complex components.
This is a long-term contract / permanent opportunity with consistent shift patterns, competitive rates, and excellent pension and shift allowance structure.
Shift Pattern
Monday/Friday - 7:30am/3:30pm - 37.5 hours per week
Note - We are looking for candidates that would be open to working shifts at a later period - Shift Allowance between 21%-35%
Pay & Benefits
* £17.16 £19.75 per hour (DOE) + 35% Shift Allowance
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Pension: 10% employer / 5% employee contribution
* Breaks:
o 10 minutes paid
o 30 minutes unpaid
Key Responsibilities
* Setting and operating CNC milling machines producing high-precision components
* Working with Heidenhain, Fanuc and Siemens control systems
* Editing offsets and basic programmes at the machine
* Machining components to tight tolerances and exacting quality standards
* Interpreting detailed engineering drawings, route cards and technical specifications
* Carrying out in-process inspection using micrometers, verniers, bore gauges and other precision measuring equipment
* Adhering to strict quality, safety and documentation procedures
* Supporting continuous improvement and maintaining high housekeeping standards
Candidate Requirements
* Time-served or apprenticeship-trained CNC Miller
* Strong background in precision engineering / medium-to-heavy machining
* Proven experience with Heidenhain, Fanuc and/or Siemens controls
* Confident machining complex, low-volume or bespoke components
* Able to work independently across a rotating shift pattern
* Experience working in regulated or safety‑critical industries (e.g. defence, nuclear, aerospace, power generation) highly advantageous
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