Cnc Miller Setter Operator

CV-LibraryLU1, Luton, BedfordshirepermanentPosted: 25 June 2026
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CNC Miller – Setter/Operator

* Flexible start and finish times

* 5 Axis Training Opportunities

* Progression and development opportunities

* CADCAM training opportunities

* Supervisory Opportunities

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established precision engineering business that continues to invest in its people, technology and future growth. Due to increasing workloads, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced CNC Miller to join a skilled machining team on a permanent days-based shift.

This role would suit a capable CNC Miller who can confidently set and operate CNC milling machines with minimal supervision and takes pride in producing high-quality precision components.

CNC Miller – Setter/Operator Role

As a CNC Miller, you will be responsible for setting and operating CNC milling machines to manufacture precision-engineered components to drawing specifications. You will work closely with the wider engineering team to ensure quality, efficiency and continuous improvement across the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities

* Set and operate CNC milling machines independently.

* Manufacture precision components to engineering drawings and tight tolerances.

* Work with production and engineering teams to prove out new jobs.

* Select appropriate tooling and make adjustments to optimise machining processes.

* Carry out quality checks to ensure components meet specification.

* Contribute ideas to improve productivity, quality and manufacturing efficiency.

* Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.

Requirements

Essential

* Previous experience setting and operating CNC milling machines.

* Strong background in 3-axis CNC milling.

* Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

* Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings.

* Good understanding of tooling, cutting data and engineering materials.

* Experience producing precision-machined components, including close-tolerance work.

* Comfortable machining medium to larger-sized components.

Desirable

* On-machine programming experience using FANUC controls.

* Experience setting and operating 5-axis CNC milling machines.

CNC Miller Setter Operator What’s on Offer

* £40,000-£45,000 Per Annum DOE

* Days-based role start and finish times.

* Overtime and weekend work available.

* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

* Company performance-related bonus.

* Long-term job security within a growing engineering business.

Career Development

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business experiencing sustained growth, where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and progress internally. For the right individual, there will be genuine opportunities to receive CAD/CAM programming training and progress into a supervisory or team leadership position as the company continues to expand

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