CNC Machinist; Programmer

Job Details

Job Title:

CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator

Location:

Halifax, West Yorkshire

Salary: £17.50 - £19.80 per hour DOE (£34,500 - £39,000+)

• Day shift only
• Early finish every Friday
• Modern machining environment
• Long‑term career opportunity
• Overtime opportunities available

A well‑established precision engineering business with a reputation for delivering high‑quality machined components to demanding industries. Operating from a modern manufacturing facility, the company continues to invest in its people, equipment and machining capabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join a growing business that values technical ability, quality workmanship and continuous improvement. The company offers a supportive working environment, varied work and long‑term career stability.

• 38 hours per week
• Monday to Thursday: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
• Friday: 7:00 am – 1:00 pm

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator to join an established precision machining team.

As a CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator, you will be responsible for programming, setting and operating 3 and 4 Axis CNC milling machines using Heidenhain controls. The role involves machining complex, high‑precision components from a variety of materials, including exotic alloys such as Inconel and Nitronic.

• Program new jobs directly at the machine using Heidenhain controls
• Set and operate CNC milling machines
• Load, edit, prove out and optimise CNC programs
• Set fixtures, vices, tooling and work offsets
• Machine components to tight tolerances and high‑quality standards
• Read and interpret engineering drawings
• Select appropriate tooling, feeds and speeds
• Carry out first‑off and in‑process inspections
• Troubleshoot machining and tooling issues

• Previous experience as a CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator
• Strong knowledge of Heidenhain control systems
• Experience programming at the machine
• Background operating vertical milling machines
• Experience machining exotic materials such as Inconel, Nitronic or similar alloys
• Strong understanding of tooling and machining processes

This CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator opportunity offers the chance to join a respected precision engineering business with a secure order book and a strong reputation for quality. You'll work on challenging, high‑specification components rather than repetitive production work, whilst enjoying a stable day‑shift pattern and an early finish every Friday.

If you’re an experienced CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator looking for a long‑term opportunity within a modern engineering environment, this CNC Milling Programmer / Setter / Operator position could be the ideal next step in your career.