Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 35,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: NG11 Wilford Nottingham
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
CNC Miller Programmer
Nottingham (Ruddington)
A precision manufacturing business based in Nottingham is seeking an experienced CNC Miller Programmer to join their growing team on a permanent basis. This is a hands-on role combining programming expertise with machine operation, where you'll take responsibility for creating and optimising CNC programmes, setting up machines, and delivering precision-engineered components to exacting standards.
The position offers £30,000 to £35,000 per annum (up to £19 per hour), working a 39-hour week, Monday to Friday, with morning and afternoon shift flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
* Programme, set, and operate CNC milling machines to produce precision components from engineering drawings.
* Create, edit, and optimise CNC programmes.
* Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, workholding, and tool offsets.
* Carry out precision inspection using verniers, micrometers, bore gauges, and height gauges.
* Identify opportunities for continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing initiatives and process optimisation.
* Maintain high standards of quality, health and safety, and housekeeping.
Benefits
* £30,000–£35,000 per annum / up to £19 per hour
* Permanent, stable position
* 39-hour working week
* Monday–Friday, typically 08:00–16:00, with flexibility
* Early finish on Fridays
* Free on-site parking
* Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives
Preferred Requirements
* Minimum one year's experience as a CNC Miller, with proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
* At least one year of CNC milling programming experience, including creating, editing, and optimising programmes.
* Hands-on experience with tooling selection, fixtures, workholding, and tool offsets.
* Competence in precision inspection using verniers, micrometers, bore gauges, and height gauges.
* Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
* Commitment to health and safety procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
* CAD/CAM programming experience or formal training in CNC programming software.
* Familiarity with Hurco, Haas, Mazak, Fanuc, or equivalent machine controls.
* Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in manufacturing or mechanical engineering