CNC Machinists - CNC Millers & Turners

• £18.37ph + Paid Overtime + Excellent Benefit package including sickness benefit scheme and generous pension scheme.
• Monday - Thursday 7.45am – 5pm Friday - 7.45am - 10.45am Flexi-Time and Overtime available
• Great company culture

We are working with a respected client of ours based in Manchester who are recruiting for a CNC Miller Setter / Operator to work on Mazak machines and use Mazatrol programming and CNC Turners working on QT250/Proturn.

The Job for CNC Millers

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines (3-axis, 4-axis, or 5-axis as applicable)
• Create part programmes when necessary
• Load programs, set tool offsets, and perform test runs
• Select appropriate tools, fixtures, and materials for each job
• Monitor machining processes and make necessary adjustments
• Carry out in process inspection using measuring tools (callipers, micrometres, gauges, etc.)
• Maintain tight tolerances and surface finish requirements
• Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting
• Identify and correct machining defects or errors

The Job for CNC Turners

• Set up and operate CNC turning machines (CNC lathes)
• Create part programmes when necessary
• Load CNC programs, set tool offsets, and prove out programs
• Select appropriate cutting tools, inserts, and fixtures
• Monitor machining processes and adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets as required
• Produce components to tight tolerances and surface finish requirements
• Carry out in process inspection using measuring equipment (micrometres, verniers, bore gauges, etc.)
• Identify and correct machining errors or defects
• Carry out routine machine maintenance and basic troubleshooting
• Maintain accurate production and inspection records

About you

• Proven experience as a CNC Turner/Miller or CNC Machinist
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T
• Experience with CNC controls (e.g., Fanuc, Siemens, Haas, Mazatrol, Heidenhain)
• Experience with live tooling and Y-axis machines is an advantage
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education and Experience

• Technical qualification, apprenticeship, or equivalent in machining

If interested to find out more about the role in Greater Manchester please feel free to reach out to Tracey @ TRF – The Recruitment Fix