Job Description
Location: Irlam
Full-Time | Permanent
Working hours:
* Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
* Friday: 7:30am – 3:00pm
Are you a skilled CNC Miller who takes pride in precision engineering?
We’re looking for an experienced CNC Machinist (Milling) to join our Machine Shop in Irlam. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be programming, setting and operating Fanuc-controlled CNC milling machines, including machines equipped with 2-axis rotary tables.
If you enjoy working from detailed engineering drawings, improving cycle times and delivering high-quality components right first time, this could be the role for you.
The Role
As a CNC Miller, you will be responsible for machining a variety of materials to meet production, quality and delivery targets. You’ll be trusted to manage jobs from drawing to finished part, ensuring accuracy and efficiency throughout.
Key duties include:
* Programming CNC milling machines using Fanuc Guide
* Setting and operating CNC mills, including 2-axis rotary tables
* Editing and optimising programs to improve efficiency and reduce cycle times
* Interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T
* Selecting appropriate tooling, cutter presentation and coolant strategies
* Setting tool registers, offsets and cutter compensation
* Proving out new programs and troubleshooting issues
* Using Renishaw probing systems for setup and in-process inspection
* Inspecting first-off and sample components to ensure quality standards
* Monitoring milling, drilling, tapping, boring and pocketing operations
* Working with a range of materials (experience with PTFE or composites advantageous)
* Completing production documentation and recording job progress via SAP
* Carrying out routine machine maintenance and fault reporting
You may occasionally be required to travel to other UK sites or Romania.
What We’re Looking For
* Time-served apprenticeship or minimum 3 years’ CNC milling experience
* Experience programming Fanuc-controlled CNC machines (XYZCB axis)
* Good understanding of conversational programming
* Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and tolerances
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
* Experience with Renishaw probing systems desirable
* CAD/CAM experience (preferably EDGECAM) advantageous
* CMM experience beneficial
* HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent) preferred
About You
You’re technically strong, organised and quality-focused. You take ownership of your work, support continuous improvement and are happy to share knowledge with colleagues. You understand the importance of health & safety and maintaining high engineering standards.
If you are an experienced CNC Miller looking for a stable, well-equipped machine shop where your skills will be valued, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today to discuss the opportunity further.