CNC Setter / Operator Milling (5 Axis / HAAS)

A well-established precision engineering manufacturer is seeking an experienced CNC Setter / Operator to join their growing machine shop team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer with strong HAAS and 5 Axis machining experience to work within a high-quality manufacturing environment.

Benefits:

• Full Time: Permanent
• Salary: Competitive
• Monday Thursday: 6:30am 3:00pm | Friday: 6:30am 2:00pm
• 36.5 hours per week

The Role
You will be responsible for setting and operating CNC milling machines to produce precision-engineered components to drawing specifications, ensuring quality standards and production deadlines are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting and operating HAAS 3 Axis and 5 Axis CNC milling machines
• Setting tooling and workholding for production jobs
• Producing components to engineering drawings and quality standards
• Making program adjustments where required
• Changing over jobs, tooling and materials efficiently
• Deburring and cleaning machined components ready for inspection
• Working to production schedules and meeting delivery deadlines
• Supporting continuous improvement in machining processes and efficiency
• Assisting with tooling, stock control and material management
• Completing production paperwork and maintaining accurate records
• Maintaining high housekeeping and health & safety standards

Skills/Experience Required:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar CNC machining role
• Strong experience with HAAS and/or Fanuc controls
• Proven background in 5 Axis machining
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience machining Aluminium, Mild Steel and Stainless Steel
• Experience using cavity and custom form tools
• Good understanding of quality procedures and inspection processes
• Able to work independently and as part of a small team
• Organised, methodical and proactive approach to work
• Experience quoting machining times and component costing
• Knowledge of ISO9001 quality standards
• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar qualification

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and forward-thinking engineering business offering long-term career prospects and a supportive team environment