CNC Miller - Setter/Operator
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Location: Bristol
Salary: £33,500 - £41,500 per annum
Shift: Rotating Double Day Shift
THOMAS Professional is recruiting an experienced CNC Miller - Setter/Operator to join an established precision engineering manufacturer based in Bristol.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Miller who is confident setting and operating CNC milling machines and producing complex precision components to tight tolerances.
The position operates on a rotating double day shift, alternating between early and late shifts, with an early finish on Fridays.
The Role
As a CNC Miller - Setter/Operator, your responsibilities will include:
Setting and operating 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC milling machines
Working with Heidenhain and/or Fanuc controls
Producing complex precision components from a range of materials
Setting tools, fixtures and work offsets
Setting work offsets using probes and manual methods
Selecting and installing appropriate cutting tools and tool holders
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
Monitoring machining processes and making adjustments where required
Inspecting components to ensure dimensional accuracy
Working to tight tolerances and high-quality standards
Ensuring components are produced efficiently and within planned production times
Supporting continuous improvement within the manufacturing environment
Completing relevant production and setup documentation
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone with:
Previous experience setting and operating CNC milling machines
Experience with 3, 4 and/or 5-axis machining
Good working knowledge of Heidenhain and/or Fanuc controls
The ability to set CNC milling machines independently
Confidence reading and interpreting engineering drawings
Good understanding of tooling, workholding and offsets
Experience working to tight tolerances
Experience using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers and plug gauges
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Previous experience within precision engineering or a highly regulated manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
Salary & Benefits
£33,500 - £41,500 per annum, depending on experience
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension
Healthcare cash plan
Cycle to Work Scheme
Employee referral programme
Enhanced family-friendly benefits
Long-term development opportunities within an established engineering business
If you are interested and have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV. As champions of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, THOMAS Professional commit to reviewing applications we receive with complete fairness and equality.
At THOMAS Professional, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to accommodate your needs.
THOMAS Professional is acting as an agency on behalf of the client for this position.
THOMAS Professional is proud to be a corporate member of the REC, the recruitment industry's leading professional body.
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Location: Bristol
Salary: £33,500 - £41,500 per annum
Shift: Rotating Double Day Shift
THOMAS Professional is recruiting an experienced CNC Miller - Setter/Operator to join an established precision engineering manufacturer based in Bristol.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Miller who is confident setting and operating CNC milling machines and producing complex precision components to tight tolerances.
The position operates on a rotating double day shift, alternating between early and late shifts, with an early finish on Fridays.
The Role
As a CNC Miller - Setter/Operator, your responsibilities will include:
Setting and operating 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC milling machines
Working with Heidenhain and/or Fanuc controls
Producing complex precision components from a range of materials
Setting tools, fixtures and work offsets
Setting work offsets using probes and manual methods
Selecting and installing appropriate cutting tools and tool holders
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
Monitoring machining processes and making adjustments where required
Inspecting components to ensure dimensional accuracy
Working to tight tolerances and high-quality standards
Ensuring components are produced efficiently and within planned production times
Supporting continuous improvement within the manufacturing environment
Completing relevant production and setup documentation
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone with:
Previous experience setting and operating CNC milling machines
Experience with 3, 4 and/or 5-axis machining
Good working knowledge of Heidenhain and/or Fanuc controls
The ability to set CNC milling machines independently
Confidence reading and interpreting engineering drawings
Good understanding of tooling, workholding and offsets
Experience working to tight tolerances
Experience using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers and plug gauges
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Previous experience within precision engineering or a highly regulated manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
Salary & Benefits
£33,500 - £41,500 per annum, depending on experience
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension
Healthcare cash plan
Cycle to Work Scheme
Employee referral programme
Enhanced family-friendly benefits
Long-term development opportunities within an established engineering business
If you are interested and have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV. As champions of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, THOMAS Professional commit to reviewing applications we receive with complete fairness and equality.
At THOMAS Professional, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to accommodate your needs.
THOMAS Professional is acting as an agency on behalf of the client for this position.
THOMAS Professional is proud to be a corporate member of the REC, the recruitment industry's leading professional body.
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