CNC Programmer Setter Operator; Milling

About Us

ABG Rubber & Plastics, based in Northampton, is part of the Oadby Plastics, a leading plastics manufacturer with over 50 years of industry experience. As part of the group, ABG Rubber & Plastics shares the same commitment to people, quality, and long‑term sustainability.

We pride ourselves on offering a positive and supportive working environment where employees are valued, developed and encouraged to perform at their best. Our Brackmills, Northampton site provides a professional, well‑equipped workplace supporting both production and distribution activities. We offer a supportive working environment where people are encouraged to develop, contribute and grow, while being part of a business that values teamwork, professionalism and long‑term success.

Working as part of the CNC team, the CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator plays a key role in producing high quality components to exact specifications. You’ll be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC machinery, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and a strong focus on safety and quality throughout the process. In this role, you’ll help keep production running smoothly and support our wider goals across the department.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities include:

• Programming, setting and operating 5‑axis CNC machines to produce components that meet technical drawings, tolerances and quality standards.
• Selecting the right materials, tools and machining strategies, and carrying out first‑off and final checks to ensure accuracy.
• Interpreting CAD drawings and engineering information to deliver precise and consistent results.
• Performing daily and weekly machine checks, maintaining equipment, and reporting any issues to the Production Manager.

We’re looking for someone who is reliable, hands on and takes pride in producing high quality work. You’ll need to be comfortable working as part of a team, have a proactive attitude, and be willing to support the wider production area when needed. The ideal person will have strong practical skills, good attention to detail, and a positive approach to learning and continuous improvement.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Experience programming 5‑axis CNC machines using CAD/CAM software.
• Experience setting up and operating 5‑axis CNC machinery.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and machining specifications.
• High attention to detail with a strong understanding of precision measurement and machining processes.
• Salary – Up to £18.72 per hour depending on experience.
• Company profit share scheme.
• Annual leave – 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) rising with length of service.
• Life assurance.
• Free car parking.
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity.
• Long service awards.
• Free eye tests.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Wellbeing benefits:
  Employee Assistance Programme, 24‑hour GP access, Charity events/fundraisers.

We are committed to applying our Equal Opportunities Policy at all stages of the recruitment and selection process and encourage applicants from diverse groups in the community to apply. We can make reasonable adjustments at any stages if required.