CNC Miller – Setter / Operator
Location: Romford, Essex
Working Hours: To be confirmed
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
The Opportunity
We are recruiting an experienced CNC Miller / Setter Operator to join a well-established precision engineering business supplying the aerospace and defence industries.
Working within a clean, friendly and professional machine shop, you will be responsible for setting and operating CNC milling machines to manufacture high-quality, precision components in line with customer specifications and engineering requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC Miller with strong 4-axis and 5-axis machining experience who takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work and getting jobs right first time.
Key Responsibilities
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Set and operate CNC milling machines to manufacture precision-engineered components.
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Work with 4-axis and 5-axis machining centres, including multi-datum setups and complex offsets.
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Use engineering drawings and technical specifications to ensure components meet customer requirements.
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Work with Fanuc-controlled machinery and relevant CNC systems.
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Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy and repeatability throughout production.
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Inspect completed components and ensure they meet specified tolerances.
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Identify and troubleshoot machining or equipment issues.
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Carry out machine setting adjustments to achieve the required quality and accuracy.
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Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
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Work closely with colleagues and management to meet production targets and delivery deadlines.
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Share technical knowledge and support the wider team where required.
Requirements
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Proven experience as a CNC Miller, Setter Operator or in a similar precision machining role.
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Experience within aerospace, defence or another high-precision engineering environment.
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Strong 4-axis and 5-axis CNC milling experience.
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Experience with Fanuc controls.
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Familiarity with Matsuura, Haas and Mori-Seiki machining centres.
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Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.
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Understanding of multi-datum setting, complex offsets and precision machining processes.
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Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
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A relevant engineering qualification, such as ONC or HND in Production or Mechanical Engineering, or completion of a manufacturing apprenticeship, would be advantageous.
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A proactive, reliable and quality-focused approach, with a willingness to support colleagues and share knowledge.
What’s on Offer?
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Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
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Opportunity to work on precision components for the aerospace and defence sectors.
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A clean, friendly and professional working environment.
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The opportunity to contribute to a busy machine shop with a growing order book.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced CNC Miller with strong setting and operating skills and a background in 4-axis or 5-axis machining, we would like to hear from you
