CNC Milling Programmer/Operator/Setter

CNC Milling Programmer/Operator/Setter

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CNC Milling Programmer/Operator/Setter

Purpose of Job 

To program, set up and operate all types of CNC mills to the optimum safe method.

Key Requirements:

• Heidenhain
• 5 axis milling
• Online programming
• Large parts
• Tolerance of 20 micro meters

Principal Accountabilities:

• Programming, setting and operating CNC Milling Machines
• Reading and interpreting from engineering drawings to enable programming, setting and manufacture to achieve a right-first-time product.
•  Creating layout sheets to document tooling, tools, set ups and machine parameters to achieve repeatable results by self or others. 
• Ability to work by self to achieve exceptional high standards and deadlines.
• Able to qualify and document own work using a variety of measuring equipment. 
• Ability and willingness to support and train others. 
• To work safely using the appropriate PPE and maintain a safe and organised workplace. 
• To continuously improve and provide time/cost saving ideas to supervisor wherever possible.

Skills and Experience (Required):

• Time served apprenticeship would be preferred but not entirely necessary,

• Preferably a minimum of 5 years programming and operating 3, 4 & 5 Axis CNC machines,

• Must be proficient in Heidenhain controls with additional experience in Fanuc controls preferable but not required,

• Ability to undertake and be responsible of their own quality, competent in using MTE and completing quality reports,

• Previous experience on Doosan, Matsuura, Mazak

• Ability to produce part to tight tolerances of around 20mm

• Experience with milling large parts up to 2.5m

• Trained in overhead crane training & manual handling beneficial but not essential as training can be provided,

• Good communication skills are essential,

• Reliable with a positive can-do attitude

• Focus on quality (right first time) and productivity essential

• Able to flex and support an ever-changing business

• Strong work ethic essential

Industries we partner with:

• Medical
• Semi-conductor
• Nuclear
• Scientific

Working Environment

Management and the team are very open and will assist with any problems. The shop floor is well structured, organised, and professional with state-of-the-art new CNC machines, Laser and CMM.

Additional Information

Salary: Competitive Salary 

Job Type: Full time role (39 hours per week)

Location: Based at Oxford Engineering, Abingdon, Oxfordshire 

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Any Questions?

If you’d like to discuss a project or learn more about our capabilities, our team is here to help.

• +44 1235 530 074
• sales@oxeng.co.uk
• Head Office: 6 Colwell Drive Abingdon Business Park Abingdon, Oxfordshire

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