Details:
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: Birmingham West Midlands
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
CNC Millers opportunity in this rapidly expanding sub contract aerospace precision engineering company.
You'll be an experienced CNC Miller looking for a technically challenging, precision aerospace environment where you can fully utilise your Heidenhain 5-axis capability and offline programming experience (ideally with Hypermill). You'll want to work on complex components to tight tolerances, in a supportive team that values quality, clear processes, and continued development.
Key responsibilities:
Operate and set up 5-axis vertical machining centres with Heidenhain controls
Create and edit offline programs using Hypermill and validate toolpaths
Set and verify offsets, tool lengths and work offsets accurately
Machine complex aerospace parts to drawing and specification
Perform basic inspection using hand tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators) and follow first-off and in-process inspection routines
Interpret engineering drawings, CAD/CAM outputs and inspection instructions
Maintain machine housekeeping, tooling inventory and accurate production documentation
Work to aerospace quality standards and adhere to health & safety procedures
Required skills and experience:
Proven experience operating Heidenhain CNC controls
Experience programming offline with Hypermill (HyperMILL) on 5-axis machines
Strong understanding of offsets, tool setting and machine set-ups
Experience producing complex aerospace components
Competent in basic inspection techniques and interpreting measurement results
Ability to read engineering drawings and follow manufacturing instructions
Attention to detail, problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality
Desirable:
Experience with aerospace manufacturing standards and documentation
Familiarity with CAD/CAM workflows and post-processing for Heidenhain
Previous experience in a high-mix, low-volume production environment
This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications. You must have current UK right to work to be considered