Job Title: CNC Miller Programmer / Setter / Operator - Haas

Location: Wakefield

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Shift: Night Shift

Hours: 44 hours per week

• Monday to Thursday: 6:00pm – 6:00am

Salary:£51,480 per annum

About the Company

Our client is a global leader in industrial automation, specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of bespoke engineering solutions for leading brands worldwide.

Based at a modern 75,000 sq. ft. engineering and manufacturing facility in Wakefield, the business is experiencing continued growth and is looking to strengthen its machining team with an experienced CNC Miller – Programmer / Setter / Operator.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC Miller to work on a varied range of low-volume, high-precision components and bespoke engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, programme and operate HAAS 3-axis vertical machining centres (VF2 to VF9).
• Manufacture precision component parts in accordance with engineering drawings and specified tolerances.
• Carry out in-process inspection using appropriate measuring equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy and workmanship.
• Keep the work area clean, organised and safe.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Undertake additional duties and responsibilities as required to support the production team.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds qualification (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline (desirable).

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience setting, programming and operating HAAS CNC milling machines.
• Programming experience is highly advantageous.
• Ability to use a range of precision inspection and measuring equipment.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and geometric tolerances.
• Ability to consistently produce components to tight tolerances.
• Good awareness of health and safety within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge and experience of 4th and 5th axis machining would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Annual company performance bonus.
• Generous overtime opportunities.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Westfield Health Plan.
• Company sick pay.
• Fully subsidised PPE and workwear.
• Competitive annual leave entitlement.
• Holiday Exchange Scheme – option to buy or sell holiday.
• Flexible working arrangements where applicable.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Regular company-funded social events and team activities.

WHAT NEXT?

Have you the experience? The company welcomes a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment, and the people you will work with!

If you would like to speak to someone about booking a site visit, please contact Antony Brunn on 07881297172 for more information or send an email to abrunn@wftech.co.uk

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