CNC Miller or Turner : Setter Operator - Any controls considered

Location: Keighley, West Yorkshire

Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour (DOE)

Working Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday: Early finish at 12:00pm

Overview
We are seeking an experienced CNC Miller / Setter / Operator to join a well-established, internationally recognised precision engineering manufacturer in Keighley. The company designs and manufactures high-end grinding machines and precision components for the automotive industry, supplying global OEMs such as Audi. The role involves working in a high-precision environment producing components consistently to micron tolerances, including bespoke work to one-third of a micron. Components vary in size and weight from 25 kg up to 2.5 tons.

About the Company
The business is part of a global engineering group known for advanced manufacturing, innovation, and quality. The Keighley site features a clean, modern manufacturing environment with well-maintained CNC machines and tooling. Employees benefit from long-term stability, structured processes, and a professional, quality-driven engineering culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3-axis CNC milling machines using Siemens controls.
• Machine precision components to micron-level tolerances, including bespoke parts to one-third of a micron.
• Handle components ranging from 25 kg to 2.5 tons.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Perform in-process inspections and final quality checks.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Adhere to strict quality, health, and safety standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a CNC Miller / Setter / Operator.
• Strong working knowledge of Siemens control systems.
• Experience machining to tight tolerances (microns).
• Background in automotive or high-precision engineering.
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work independently.

Pay & Benefits

• £18 per hour
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private Health Shield medical cover
• Perk Pal employee benefits scheme
• Company pension: 5% employer contribution (Increases to up to 7% after 3 years' service)

Working Environment
Clean, modern manufacturing facility
Well-maintained CNC machines and tooling
Professional, quality-driven engineering team

What Next?
If you have the experience and this sounds like the right fit, site visits are encouraged so you can meet the team and see the workshop first-hand.
Contact: Antony Brunn on 07881 297172 or email abrunn@wftech.co.uk to arrange a visit or for more information.

Immediate starts available!

About Us:

WF Tech are responsible for placing skilled and in-demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Precision & Advanced Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Machining Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions.
Our Specialist Consultants have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer the best advice on your next step. We are always searching for the best talent, so if you know anyone, why not recommend someone to one of our professional team who will be more than happy to help.

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