CNC Miller - Setter Operator

  • TCS Consulting
  • Oct 17, 2025
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Title: CNC Miller
Location: Northampton
Salary: Up to £22 p/h
Overtime: Mon-Fri 1 1/3 Sat 1 1/2 Sun 2x BH 1 + basic rate hours worked

Job Spec

Drive excellence where precision meets performance. A leading UK-based precision engineering company is seeking a CNC Miller.

Key Responsibilities: -

Set and operate CNC machines

- Mazak

- Matsuura

- Mikrons

- Doosan

  • Preparation of fixtures/tooling, as directed.
  • Run proven programmes, adjust work and/or tool co-ordinates and correct any errors
  • Set tools and produce a First Off part to correct quality standard
  • Carry out 1st off inspection from engineering drawings and update paperwork
  • Ensure the cell output is made to the agreed schedules
  • Ensure the quality of the machine output is to required specification
  • Apply machine maintenance as per schedules
  • Co-operate and liaise with all other areas when required
  • Ensure 5 s is maintained in the cell and other areas
  • Carry out any other duties reasonable within capability including possible secondment to work in other areas on the shop floor

Additional Working Hours

Work overtime when required, weekend working etc.

Key Competencies

  • Able to set and operate CNC machinery to produce parts and inspect to the required standard
  • Setter / Operator with strong background knowledge of milling
  • Must be competent operating with FANUC and/or Heidenhain controls
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Able to use a wide variety of measuring equipment
  • Ability to troubleshoot problems and support resolution
  • Good time management skills to meet deadlines
  • Eligible to work in the UK
  • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings