CNC Operator - Milling

MERITUS are recruiting for a CNC Operator to join our Precision Manufacturing client in their milling teamin a permanent role.

CNC OPERATOR - MILLING – £17.92 PER HOUR – KIRKBYMOORSIDE, NORTH YORKSHIRE – SECTOR: PRECISION MANUFACTURING

Working Pattern & Shift Structure

During the initial training period (approximately 6–9 months), candidates will work:

• Monday to Thursday / Friday equivalent pattern
• 7:00am – 5:30pm

Following successful completion of training an increase in salary will be made and employees can move onto one of the following shift patterns:

Option 1 – 4 On / 4 Off Day Shift

• 11-hour shifts
• £35 per day shift uplift

Option 2 – 4 On / 4 Off Night Shift

• 11-hour shifts
• £50 per shift uplift

The Opportunity

An established precision engineering manufacturer is seeking a skilled CNC Miller / CNC Machinist to join its growing machining team. This position focuses primarily on CNC milling operations within a fast-paced, high-quality manufacturing environment producing precision components.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maximising machine utilisation, maintaining quality standards, and supporting efficient production output across a range of CNC machining activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting and operating high-speed CNC milling machines to carry out precision machining operations including milling, drilling, tapping and grinding
• Operating and supervising additional machine shop equipment where required
• Ensuring all tooling, fixtures and CNC programs are prepared and available prior to production
• Maintaining accurate production records including component quantities and scrap reporting
• Taking ownership of component quality and ensuring work is completed to specification
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Carrying out basic program edits and tool offset adjustments
• Monitoring, replacing and maintaining tooling and cutters
• Preparing and loading raw materials and components onto machines
• Checking and maintaining coolant and lubricant levels
• Working with 3-axis and 4-axis CNC machining centres and Renishaw probing systems
• Following all company health & safety procedures and manufacturing protocols
• Supporting continuous improvement and maintaining high production standards throughout

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience operating CNC milling machinery within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment
• Experience with high-speed CNC machining centres
• Understanding of 3-axis and 4-axis machining processes
• Experience using Renishaw probing systems
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good organisational and communication skills
• A proactive and reliable approach with the ability to work to production deadlines