Job Title
CNC Miller (Night Shift)
Pay Rate: Up to £23.14 per hour
Location
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated CNC Miller to join our client's manufacturing team in Tewkesbury on a contract basis. Supporting projects across the aerospace, automotive, and maritime sectors, this role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a precision engineering environment producing high-quality machined components to demanding industry standards.
The successful candidate will be experienced in setting and operating CNC milling machinery, with strong knowledge of FANUC controls and a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Set up and operate CNC milling machines using FANUC OI-MF/FANUC control systems.
Manufacture precision components in accordance with customer drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
Perform tool setting, tool changes, and offset adjustments.
Conduct first-off and in-process inspections to ensure compliance with drawing tolerances and SPC requirements.
Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Maintain high standards of workmanship and quality throughout the machining process.
Ensure work areas are maintained in line with 5S/5C housekeeping principles.
Identify and report any machining, tooling, or quality issues.
Contribute to the efficiency and productivity of the machining department while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills & Experience
Essential
Proven experience setting and operating CNC milling machines.
Strong working knowledge of FANUC controls.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Experience carrying out self-inspection using standard measuring equipment.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Strong engineering and problem-solving skills.
Completed recognised apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing.
Desirable
Experience within the aerospace manufacturing sector.
Experience with mill-turn or turning operations.
Knowledge of Nakamura machines with bar feed systems.
Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) requirements.
Experience working within AS9100 or similar quality-controlled environments.
Working Hours
Night Shift
Core hours: 8:00 PM - 3:00 AM
39 hours per week
Overtime opportunities available at enhanced rates
Benefits
Competitive contract rate
Overtime opportunities
25 days holiday entitlement (where applicable)
Opportunity to work on high-profile projects within the aerospace, automotive, and maritime sectors
Professional and supportive engineering environment
About the Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a dedicated CNC Miller with a strong background in precision engineering and a passion for delivering quality workmanship. You will be comfortable working independently, inspecting your own work, and contributing positively to a high-performing manufacturing team.
Apply today to join a leading engineering organisation at the forefront of precision manufacturing
Salary description
£22.10 - £23.14 per hour