CNC Millers

HR GO Recruitment
Pe166Up, PE16 6UP, United Kingdom
Yesterday
Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Posted
2 Jun 2026 (Yesterday)

Benefits

Matched pension contributions

CNC Millers opportunities in this expanding aerospace manufacturing company. You should have some experience adjusting programs and conducting basic inspection.(cross training on controls can be given).

The role will be machining often large parts in composite and various metals on CNC Mills / machining centres.

The ideal candidates will have experience settling & operating CNC milling machines to produce high-quality precision parts. The CNC Millers will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC mills, interpreting engineering drawings, and ensuring that parts are produced to exact specifications.

Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate CNC milling machines to produce precision parts
- Interpret engineering drawings to determine machining requirements
- Select and install appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, and work-holding devices
- Monitor machine operations to ensure parts are produced to exact specifications
- Conduct basic quality inspections to verify dimensions and tolerances of finished parts
- Troubleshoot and resolve machine issues to maintain production efficiency
- Maintain a clean and organised work area

Requirements:
- Proven experience as a CNC Miller in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in operating CNC milling machines and understanding engineering drawings
- Knowledge of cutting tools, fixtures, and work-holding devices
- An understanding of geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
- Attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot machine issues
- Good communication and teamwork skills

Premium rate overtime is readily available. Very good benefits package on offer to include matched pension contributions.

These are permanent jobs with starting salary dependant on experience. HR GO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.

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