Job Description
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 + overtime at 1.5x rateShift Pattern: MonThurs: 07:30 16:30 Fri: 07:30 12:30The Role:We are seeking a skilled CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator to join our VMC & 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 centresWorking from detailed engineering drawingsSelecting tooling and proving out programsMachining a wide range of materials including steels, stainless steels, alloys, and non-ferrous metalsProducing components from raw materials such as bar stock, fabrications, castings, and forgingsUsing CNC equipment with 4th axis capability and probing systemsProgramming via offline software or directly at the machineAbout 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 drawingsKnowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality systemsExperience machining exotic materials (e.g.
duplex, Inconel, Hastelloy, Monel)Minimum 2 years experience in a similar roleStrong organisational and communication skillsHigh attention to detailDesirable:Experience with Doosan VMCs or horizontal machining centresFamiliarity with twin pallet HMC systemsManual Guide programmingExperience with CAD/CAM software (e.g. OneCNC)4th axis machiningBackground in valve and pump component manufactureExperience in regulated industries (nuclear, defence, oil & gas, etc.)Proficiency with Office 365 and ERP systemsBenefits:Competitive salary and overtime ratesCompany bonus scheme*25 days holiday + bank holidaysContributory pension schemeOngoing training and developmentCorporate workwear providedFlexible working options*** Subject to company performance and criteria ** Based on business needsTPBN1_UKTJ