CNC Programmer

CNC Programmer / CNC Miller / Setter Operator Location: Halesowen Salary: £15 - £20 per hour DOE Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm CNC PROGRAMMER / MILLER / SETTER OPERATOR An excellent opportunity has become…

Pay rate £15 – £20/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 7 September 2026

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CNC Programmer / CNC Miller / Setter Operator

Location: Halesowen

Salary: £15 - £20 per hour DOE

Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm

CNC PROGRAMMER / MILLER / SETTER OPERATOR

An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced CNC Programmer / CNC Miller / Setter Operator to join an established engineering and manufacturing business based in Halesowen.

We are looking for someone with solid CNC milling experience who is confident programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines using Fanuc controls.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced CNC machinist looking for their next opportunity, Monday to Friday, 6am - 2pm, with an hourly rate of £15- £20 depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities

Programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines
Working with Fanuc CNC controls
Producing precision-engineered components to drawing and specification
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
Setting tooling, workholding, offsets and machine parameters
Selecting appropriate cutting tools and machining techniques
Editing and adjusting CNC programmes where required
Setting machines for both repeat and varied production work
Carrying out first-off and in-process inspections
Using micrometers, verniers, gauges and other precision measuring equipment
Working to tight tolerances and maintaining high quality standards
Identifying and resolving basic machining issues
Maintaining a safe, clean and organised work area

The Ideal Candidate

The successful CNC Programmer / Miller / Setter Operator will ideally have:

Previous experience in a CNC milling role
Experience as a CNC Programmer, CNC Miller, CNC Setter or CNC Setter Operator
Strong knowledge of Fanuc controls
Proven experience programming, setting and operating
Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
Knowledge of tooling, speeds, feeds and machining processes
Experience machining components to tight tolerances
Good knowledge of inspection and measurement techniques
A strong engineering background and practical approach
Ability to work independently and meet production requirements

What's on Offer?

£15 - £20 per hour DOE
6am - 2pm Monday to Friday
Day shift
Established engineering environment
Opportunity for a skilled CNC professional to develop within the business

If you're an experienced CNC Miller, Programmer or Setter Operator with Fanuc milling experience, apply today

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