CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator (VMC / HMC)
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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 rate
Shift Pattern: MonThurs: 07:30 16:30 Fri: 07:30 12:30
The 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 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. xsngvjr
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