CNC Miller / Programmer

MERITUS are working with a well-established precision engineering manufacturer looking to recruit an experienced CNC Miller Setter / Editor / Programmer / Operator to join their growing machining team.

CNC MILLER / PROGRAMMER - £18 - £20 PER HOUR - CHRISTCHURCH, DORSET - PERMANENT ROLE - 1 STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SECTOR: PRECISION ENGINEERING

We are looking for a skilled CNC Miller with experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling machinery. You will be responsible for producing high-precision machined components to drawing specifications while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency and safety.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company producing complex precision components across a diverse range of sectors including Aerospace, Defence, Instrumentation, Automotive, Oil & Gas, ensuring a varied and technically challenging workload. The successful candidate will play a key role in programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines while also supporting inspection and finishing activities throughout the manufacturing process.

This is a hands-on role offering excellent variety, with opportunities to support first-off inspection, deburring and quality activities, enabling you to further develop your engineering skill set.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC milling machines to manufacture precision-engineered components.


• Edit existing CNC programs and optimise machining processes to improve efficiency and quality.


• Work with Fanuc and Haas controls to produce components to tight tolerances.


• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing documentation.


• Select appropriate tooling and machining strategies to support production requirements.


• Conduct first-off inspections and verify components against engineering drawings and customer specifications.


• Carry out in-process inspections to ensure products consistently meet quality standards.


• Support deburring and finishing activities where required.


• Identify and resolve machining issues to minimise downtime and scrap.


• Maintain accurate production records and complete any required manufacturing documentation.


• Work closely with production, quality and engineering teams to ensure efficient workflow and delivery performance.


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across machining and manufacturing processes.


• Ensure compliance with all company quality standards, operating procedures and health & safety requirements.


• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Essential Experience & Skills • Previous experience working as a CNC Miller Setter, Programmer, Operator within a precision engineering environment.

• Strong experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling machinery.


• Experience using Fanuc and/or Haas controls.


• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.


• Experience manufacturing components to tight tolerances.


• Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling selection and cutting parameters.


• Ability to use a range of inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers and gauges.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

Why Apply?

• Diverse and interesting workload across multiple industries.


• Opportunity to develop beyond machining through inspection and quality responsibilities.


• Supportive environment with genuine opportunities for progression.


• Company history of funding further education and engineering qualifications.


• Flexible working hours through a flexitime arrangement.


• Competitive hourly rate with flexibility for exceptional candidates.


• Bonus scheme, pension and death in service benefit.

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