Job Description:

CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator ? Milling
£36,000 to £40,000 per annum - DOE
Day Shift / 7am to 5pm - Monday to Thursday
Atherstone

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an established engineering manufacturer for an experienced CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator ? Milling to join their team on a permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC machinist with strong Heidenhain programming, setting and operating experience, particularly those with a background in machining medium to large fabrications and castings.

The Role
You will be responsible for programming, setting and operating universal bed-type milling machines using a Heidenhain control system.
The successful candidate will have solid experience with 3 and 4-axis machining and be confident working with a variety of materials, including:

• Stainless steel
• Aluminium
• Mild steel
• Cast iron

You will also need previous experience machining medium to large fabrications and castings.

About You
The ideal candidate will have:

• Time-served apprenticeship or extensive relevant machining experience
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience producing precision components to high standards
• Good knowledge of work-holding methods and tooling
• Understanding of cutting parameters and machining processes
• Experience programming directly on Heidenhain control systems
• Experience working with universal milling heads
• Ability to carry out your own inspection and work to tight tolerances
• Experience working within a precision engineering/manufacturing environment
• Experience machining large fabrications and castings
• Safe use of overhead cranes
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• A flexible, reliable and team-focused approach

Hours
39 hours per week / 4-day working week

• Monday to Wednesday: 7:00am to 5:00pm
• Thursday: 7:00am to 4:00pm
• Friday: Overtime available, subject to workload
• There is also a requirement to be flexible with shifts where necessary to provide holiday cover.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days' holiday + 8 public holidays
• Company sick pay scheme after 12 months' service
• Overtime paid at time and a half

Apply Now
If you're an experienced CNC Miller / CNC Programmer Setter Operator with Heidenhain experience and are looking for a stable day-shift position with a 4-day working week, we'd be keen to hear from you.

WF Tech are responsible for placing skilled and in demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Precision & Advanced Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Machining Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions.
Our Specialist Consultants will have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer best advice on your next step!! We are always searching for the best talent, so if you know anyone, why not recommend someone to one of our professional team who will be more than happy to help.
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