CNC Machinist / Setter / Operator / Miller / Turner / Programmer

Company
AWD online
Location
Sutton-in-Ashfield
Salary
TBC

Full Job Description

4/5 Axis CNC Machinist / Setter / Operator who has experience working within a precision engineering environment with time served on programming / editing via Heidenhain, Siemens or Fanuc Control systems is required for a long-established high precision engineering / manufacturing company based in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.

SALARY: Competitive Depending on Experience Benefits

LOCATION: Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands (NG17)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 39 Hours per Week with an early finish on Friday (5 hour day)

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a 4/5 Axis CNC Machinist / Setter / Operatorwho has experience working within a precision engineering environment with time served on programming / editing via Heidenhain, Siemens or Fanuc Control systems.

Working as a 4/5 Axis CNC Machinist / Setter / Operator you will be responsible for setting and operating multiple machines, reading 2D engineering drawings, and performing self-inspection of parts.

As the 4/5 Axis CNC Machinist / Setter / Operator you will have experience in datum setting, G, D&T, and tool offsetting. You should also be proficient with standard measuring systems and be prepared to contribute to team activities like 5S and TPM.

If you're a proactive CNC professional with an eye for detail and a commitment to safety and quality, we want to hear from you.

APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.

DUTIES

Your duties as a 4/5 Axis CNC Machinist / Setter / Operator include:

  • Machine Operation: Run a range of machines, primarily HAAS, DMG, and Hermle, handling multiple programmes and a broad spread of products. You should be comfortable operating more than one machine at a time.
  • Setting and Operating: Setting and operating the specified machines. Your duties will include spindle probing, datum setting, tool offsetting, and G, D&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). You'll also be responsible for program selection, saving, and handling Balluff systems.
  • Technical Skills: Read 2D engineering drawings and use standard measuring systems and methodologies
  • Documentation and Systems: Record productive time on manufacturing systems and accurately manage Route Cards
  • Team and Improvement Activities: Participate in team-based improvement activities like 5S, TPM, and OEE, and engaging in SQDCP board discussions
  • Quality and Safety: Responsible for the self-inspection of parts and resolving any Non-Conformance (NCR) issues. You must also promote and maintain a safe working environment and practices at all times

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

  • The Ideal candidate will have an academic background if possible with NVQ level 3 / City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering
  • Requires time served on programming / editing via Heidenhain & Siemens control systems, Fanuc controls also used but to lesser degree
  • Industry experience - Aerospace (ideal), Nuclear, Medical or Automotive (high end), Motorsport: all with high tolerances (+/-0.01mm, Airbus SO4 and S104 stds)
  • Working to AS9100 / EASA Part 21 (G) standards (ideal)
  • Must have good team working skills coupled with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexible and forward thinker with a 'can do' attitude.
  • Ideally located within easy local commute to Sutton-in-Ashfield site
  • Able to cover shifts as required (rotating days/nights, some weekends or days)

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P13837

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Location
Sutton-in-Ashfield
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
TBC
Industry
Nuclear
Closing Date
21st October 2025
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