CNC Miller; Day Shift

CNC Miller/Horizontal Borer —

Location:

Oldham — An established precision engineering manufacturer operating within highly regulated, safety‑critical sectors is seeking an experienced CNC Miller to support ongoing production across a modern machining facility. This role is suited to a time‑served machinist with strong CNC milling capability and experience working to tight tolerances on complex components. This is a long‑term contract / permanent opportunity with consistent shift patterns, competitive rates, and excellent pension and shift allowance structure.

• Monday – Friday: 7:30am – 3:30pm (37.5 hours per week)
• Open to working shifts at a later period – Shift Allowance between 21% – 35%

• £17.16 – £19.75 per hour (DOE) + 35% Shift Allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension: 10% employer / 5% employee contribution
• Breaks: 10 minutes paid; 30 minutes unpaid

• Setting and operating CNC milling machines producing high‑precision components
• Working with Heidenhain, Fanuc and Siemens control systems
• Editing offsets and basic programmes at the machine
• Machining components to tight tolerances and exacting quality standards
• Interpreting detailed engineering drawings, route cards and technical specifications
• Carrying out in‑process inspection using micrometers, verniers, bore gauges and other precision measuring equipment
• Adhering to strict quality, safety and documentation procedures
• Supporting continuous improvement and maintaining high housekeeping standards

• Time‑served or apprenticeship‑trained CNC Miller
• Strong background in precision engineering / medium‑to‑heavy machining
• Proven experience with Heidenhain, Fanuc and/or Siemens controls
• Confident machining complex, low‑volume or bespoke components
• Able to work independently across a rotating shift pattern
• Experience working in regulated or safety‑critical industries (e.g., defence, nuclear, aerospace, power generation) highly advantageous