CNC Miller Setter Operator
CV-LibraryLU1, Luton, BedfordshirepermanentPosted: 30 June 2026
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£30,000 - £35,000 Per Year, Plus Overtime & Benefits
Luton
The Machinist will manufacture piece parts and sub-assemblies using various machine tools in accordance with laid out specifications/drawings, work instructions and quality procedures. The ideal candidate will be skilled in CNC milling and possess a proven track record to include manual machining.
What you will do:
* Set, edit programs and operate CNC milling or turning machine to machine parts to specifications.
* Manufacture parts and components in a low volume production environment to engineering drawings.
* Manufacture or modify tooling, such as jigs, fixtures and moulds.
* Lay out and verify dimensions of parts, using precision measuring and marking equipment and knowledge of trigonometry.
* Demonstrate ability to achieve times specified on job travellers as indicated by Production Engineering to meet production requirements.
* Demonstrate ability to utilise Epicor (ERP) system for logging work times to maintain booking compliance.
* Active involvement in improving workshop facilities as part of the lean program.
* Support continuous improvement efforts through involvement in structured problem solving and other activities using LEAN concepts.
* Report any accident, near-miss, dangerous occurrence or dangerous condition to their line management in line with procedure.
* Switch off and secure unattended plant or equipment.
* Avoid improvised arrangements and suggest safe ways of eliminating hazards.
* Maintain knowledge of, and comply with, all Health & Safety requirements associated with the role.
* Never place themselves or fellow employees in danger by their actions.
What you will need:
Essentials:
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in engineering with proven experience as a CNC Machine Operator.
* Ability to understand and machine to ISO engineering drawings and ability to work to close tolerances.
* Competence in using measuring equipment e.g., micrometres and Vernier callipers.
* Basic IT skills.
* Good knowledge of 5S principles.
Desirable:
* Time served craft apprenticeship.
* Experience with CNC setting and operating CNC Vertical mills preferably with either: Winmax 5 (Hurco) or Fanuc (Parkson) Controls or experience with programming, setting and operating CNC lathes with either Mazatrol (Mazak) control or Siemens control (Doosan Puma)
Why work for us?
* Competitive compensation and benefits packages.
* Excellent training and development opportunities.
* Generous annual leave and option to purchase additional holidays.
* Contributory pension plan with associated life assurance.
* Recognition reward schemes.
* Healthcare scheme offering cash back on medical services (optician/dental etc.).
* Virtual GP surgery and employee assistance programme.
* Cycle-to-work scheme.
* Range of employee discounts (including gyms, high street and online retailers).
Early Shift: Monday – Thursday 06:00 – 14:15, Friday 06:00 – 12:00
Late Shift: Monday – Thursday 14:15 – 22:30, Friday 12:00 – 18:00
- Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum plus 8 statutory bank holidays
- Pension: Auto-enrolment into the company pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution and minimum 3.5% employee contribution
£30,000 - £35,000 Per Year, Plus Overtime & Benefits
Luton
The Machinist will manufacture piece parts and sub-assemblies using various machine tools in accordance with laid out specifications/drawings, work instructions and quality procedures. The ideal candidate will be skilled in CNC milling and possess a proven track record to include manual machining.
What you will do:
* Set, edit programs and operate CNC milling or turning machine to machine parts to specifications.
* Manufacture parts and components in a low volume production environment to engineering drawings.
* Manufacture or modify tooling, such as jigs, fixtures and moulds.
* Lay out and verify dimensions of parts, using precision measuring and marking equipment and knowledge of trigonometry.
* Demonstrate ability to achieve times specified on job travellers as indicated by Production Engineering to meet production requirements.
* Demonstrate ability to utilise Epicor (ERP) system for logging work times to maintain booking compliance.
* Active involvement in improving workshop facilities as part of the lean program.
* Support continuous improvement efforts through involvement in structured problem solving and other activities using LEAN concepts.
* Report any accident, near-miss, dangerous occurrence or dangerous condition to their line management in line with procedure.
* Switch off and secure unattended plant or equipment.
* Avoid improvised arrangements and suggest safe ways of eliminating hazards.
* Maintain knowledge of, and comply with, all Health & Safety requirements associated with the role.
* Never place themselves or fellow employees in danger by their actions.
What you will need:
Essentials:
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in engineering with proven experience as a CNC Machine Operator.
* Ability to understand and machine to ISO engineering drawings and ability to work to close tolerances.
* Competence in using measuring equipment e.g., micrometres and Vernier callipers.
* Basic IT skills.
* Good knowledge of 5S principles.
Desirable:
* Time served craft apprenticeship.
* Experience with CNC setting and operating CNC Vertical mills preferably with either: Winmax 5 (Hurco) or Fanuc (Parkson) Controls or experience with programming, setting and operating CNC lathes with either Mazatrol (Mazak) control or Siemens control (Doosan Puma)
Why work for us?
* Competitive compensation and benefits packages.
* Excellent training and development opportunities.
* Generous annual leave and option to purchase additional holidays.
* Contributory pension plan with associated life assurance.
* Recognition reward schemes.
* Healthcare scheme offering cash back on medical services (optician/dental etc.).
* Virtual GP surgery and employee assistance programme.
* Cycle-to-work scheme.
* Range of employee discounts (including gyms, high street and online retailers).
Early Shift: Monday – Thursday 06:00 – 14:15, Friday 06:00 – 12:00
Late Shift: Monday – Thursday 14:15 – 22:30, Friday 12:00 – 18:00
- Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum plus 8 statutory bank holidays
- Pension: Auto-enrolment into the company pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution and minimum 3.5% employee contribution