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CNC Miller Programmer

Optima UK Inc Ltd
Rugby
money-bag £38000 - £40000/annum
Posted: 06 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Closing date: 05 November 2026
Ref: 225690837

CNC Miller Programmer

Location: Rugby
Salary: -36,000 - -39,000 DOE
Job Type: Permanent
Shift: Day Shift



The Opportunity

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced CNC Miller Programmer to join a specialist engineering business based in Rugby.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced machinist with strong programming capability who is looking to join a technically focused manufacturing environment where precision, quality and engineering expertise are highly valued.

The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC milling machinery, producing high-precision components from detailed engineering drawings and customer specifications.



The Role

As a CNC Miller Programmer, your responsibilities will include:

  • Programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines

  • Creating, editing and optimising CNC programmes

  • Working confidently with G-code based controls

  • Programming directly at the machine where required

  • Working with Fanuc controls and Mill+

  • Programming and machining 4-axis components

  • Setting and running jobs through from initial setup to completion

  • Reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings

  • Selecting appropriate tooling and machining strategies

  • Producing components to tight tolerances and specified quality standards

  • Carrying out in-process inspection and quality checks

  • Identifying and resolving machining or programming issues

  • Making programme adjustments to optimise machining processes

  • Working independently and taking ownership of assigned work



About You

We''re looking for an experienced CNC Miller Programmer with a strong background in precision machining and CNC programming.

Ideally, you will have:

  • 10+ years'' experience in CNC milling

  • Strong CNC programming, setting and operating experience

  • Proven experience writing and editing CNC programmes

  • Good knowledge of Fanuc controls

  • Experience using Mill+

  • Previous experience with 4-axis machining

  • Strong understanding of tooling, feeds, speeds and machining processes

  • The ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings

  • Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused approach

  • Excellent problem-solving and technical skills

  • The ability to work independently and use your own initiative

  • Good communication and organisational skills



What''s on Offer?

This is a great opportunity to join a technically driven and well-established engineering business where your programming and machining expertise will be valued.

You''ll have the opportunity to work on complex, high-precision components within a skilled manufacturing environment, with scope to further develop your technical capabilities and contribute to continuous improvement.

Salary: -36,000 - -39,000 DOE



Interested?

If you''re an experienced CNC Miller Programmer looking for your next long-term opportunity in the Rugby area, we''d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV, or contact [Recruiter Name] for a confidential discussion.

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