CNC MIller

Hemerdon

11 months ago

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Astute's Nuclear team are partnered with a Precision Engineering company manufacturing Components, Tooling, Jigs and Fixtures for the OEM, Workholding, Nuclear, Aerospace, Oil & Gas and Mass Transit sectors along with general engineered components. They are looking to recruit an CNC Miller to join their growing business.
The CNC Miller must have experience within a precision engineering environment and have the ability to read and interpret drawings. This position comes with an hourly rate of £16, the ability to work overtime and increase pay each year.
If you are a CNC Miller / Toolmaker and are looking to work for an organisation that values their staff and provides flexibility, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

The CNC Miller will:

Proficient in reading engineering drawings, customer specifications, and working to tight geometric tolerances.
Skilled in programming, setting, and operating XYZ Prototrak and LPM CNC milling machines for low volume and one-off components.
Knowledge of grinding and turning processes is advantageous; experienced in using inspection equipment to ensure quality standards.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

Minimum 5 years' experience in engineering manufacturing, ideally time-served, with a strong background in precision engineering.

Personal skills

The CNC Miller role would suit someone who has:

Effective communicator, flexible with overtime, and committed to compliance with ISO45001 & ISO9001:2015 requirements.

Salary and benefits of the CNC Miller / Toolmaker role

Salary ranges from £16p/h on a 39-hour week
Growth and progression opportunities
Lot of overtime opportunities
INDNUC Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

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