CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator
Location: Chelmsley Wood
Salary: £18.00 - £20.00 per hour
Hours: Full-time, 6am‑2pm or 7am‑3pm, with an early finish on Fridays
Holidays: 22 days + 8 bank holidays
We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator to join a growing precision engineering team in Chelmsley Wood. This role is ideal for a multi‑skilled machinist with strong programming knowledge and hands‑on machining capability across complex, high‑precision components.
Key Responsibilities
* Programming, setting, and operating CNC milling machines using Heidenhain and Fanuc controls.
* Creating, editing, and optimising programs using Fusion 360.
* Machining mild steel with some aluminium, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and high‑quality surface finishes.
* Managing coolant systems and tool life to maximise machining efficiency.
* Producing components on 3+1 axis and 3+2 axis machinery.
* Conducting first‑off inspections and ensuring all parts meet required tolerances.
* Maintaining an organised, safe, and efficient work area.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator in a precision engineering setting.
* Strong knowledge of Heidenhain and Fanuc controls.
* Confident using Fusion 360 for programming.
* Experience working with mild steel and aluminium.
* Ability to interpret engineering drawings accurately.
* Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
What's on Offer
* Competitive hourly rate: £18.00 to £20.00 depending on experience.
* Fixed day shifts: 6am‑2pm or 7am‑3pm, with an early Friday finish.
* 22 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
* Stable role within a supportive and long‑established engineering team.
* Opportunity to work on varied and interesting machining projects.
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