CNC Machinist; Turner​/Miller​/Grinder

CNC Machinists – Turner Programmer, Miller Setter & Grinder Setter

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Location: Bristol

Shift Pattern:

• Week 1: 6:00am – 2:00pm Monday to Thursday, 6:00am – 11:00am Friday
• Week 2: 2:00pm – 10:00pm Monday to Thursday, 11:00am – 4:00pm Friday

Salary: £20.00 - £21.25 per hour (DOE)

We are currently recruiting for experienced CNC Machinists to join a leading precision engineering manufacturer based in Bristol. We are interested in hearing from skilled professionals with experience in one or more of the following disciplines:

• CNC Turner Programmer – Fanuc Controls
• CNC Miller Setter – Fanuc or Heidenhain Controls
• CNC Grinder Setter – Toyoda IPS Controls

Working within a modern manufacturing environment, you will play a key role in producing high-precision components to exact customer specifications, ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency and safety are maintained.

• Program, set and operate CNC machinery within your area of expertise.
• Manufacture precision-engineered components to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Set tooling, fixtures, work holding equipment and machine offsets.
• Carry out machine set‑ups and first‑off inspections.
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, process sheets and inspection requirements.
• Ensure components are produced to required tolerances and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot tooling, programming and machine‑related issues.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and housekeeping activities.
• Work closely with engineering, quality and production teams to continuously improve manufacturing processes.

• Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC turning centres.
• Strong knowledge of Fanuc controls.
• Ability to programme online and edit G‑code as required.
• Experience with multi‑axis turning centres is advantageous.

• Proven experience setting and operating CNC milling machines.
• Experience using Fanuc and/or Heidenhain controls.
• Strong understanding of tooling, offsets and machining parameters.
• Ability to work from engineering drawings and specifications.

• Previous experience setting and operating CNC grinding machines.
• Experience using Toyoda IPS controls is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of grinding processes and precision machining techniques.
• Experience working to tight tolerances and high‑quality standards.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of machining principles, tooling, feeds and speeds.
• Experience working within a precision engineering environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good problem‑solving and fault‑finding abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Overtime paid at 1.5x rate when available.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Company bonus scheme.
• Simply Health Plan after 12 months' service.
• Death in Service benefit after 12 months' service.
• Long‑term career development opportunities within a growing and successful manufacturing business.

If you are an experienced CNC Turner Programmer, CNC Miller Setter or CNC Grinder Setter looking for your next opportunity in a highly skilled engineering environment, we would like to hear from you.

What next? If you have the experience, the company welcomes a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment and the people you will work with. If you would like to speak to someone regarding being booked on a site visit please contact Tom Edney on  or send an email to  Immediate starts are available.

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.