CNC Miller Programmer

CNC Miller Programmer – Precision Engineering,

Location:

Ferndown. Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits.

Join an innovative engineering manufacturer.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced CNC Miller Programmer to join a growing precision engineering manufacturer at an exciting stage of expansion. This is a varied, hands‑on role where you will manufacture high‑precision components using CNC and conventional machining techniques. Working in a modern engineering environment, you will expand your skills, contribute to projects, and become part of a supportive, collaborative team.

If you are a skilled machinist who enjoys problem‑solving, precision engineering, and diverse machinery, this may be the next step in your career.

As a CNC Miller Programmer, you will produce high‑quality precision components while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency remain at the forefront of everything you do.

• Setting, operating and programming CNC milling machines.
• Programming using both CAM software and on‑machine programming techniques.
• Operating manual lathes and milling machines for development and production work.
• Selecting, setting, and replacing cutting tools for optimal machining performance.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, work orders, and technical specifications.
• Producing components from rough machining to finished precision parts.
• Carrying out first‑off and in‑process inspections with precision measuring equipment.
• Completing quality documentation accurately and maintaining production records.
• Performing routine machine maintenance and reporting equipment issues when required.
• Working to production schedules while maintaining high quality and safety standards.
• Maintaining a clean, organized workspace in line with 6S and ISO quality standards.
• Supporting continuous improvement and collaborating with colleagues across the business.

We seek an experienced machinist who takes pride in producing high‑quality work and enjoys a precision engineering environment.

• Engineering Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Proven experience setting, operating and programming CNC machinery.
• Experience with both CNC and conventional/manual machining.
• Strong knowledge of CNC milling, turning and grinding processes.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Excellent understanding of precision measurement using verniers, micrometers and other inspection equipment.
• Knowledge of tooling selection, machine setup and tool maintenance.
• Ability to work accurately to tight tolerances.

• Experience programming Heidenhain controls.
• Knowledge of Fanuc controls.
• Experience using CAM software.
• Toolmaking experience.
• Experience working within an ISO 9001 manufacturing environment.

You will be a proactive and detail‑oriented engineer who enjoys producing quality work and takes ownership of machining processes. You are methodical, organized, and safety‑conscious, able to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative production team. A flexible approach and willingness to continuously improve processes will help you thrive in this role.