CNC Miller Programmer

Company: Workforce Staffing Ltd
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Location: Coventry
Job Description:

CNC Miller Programmer

Location: Coventry, West Midlands

Salary: £18.00 ? £22.00 per hour, dependent on experience

Working Hours: Monday?Thursday 7:00am?4:00pm, Friday 7:00am?12:00pm

Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are working with an established precision engineering business based in Coventry, specialising in the manufacture of close-tolerance components and tooling for a range of demanding industries including automotive, motorsport, defence and oil & gas.

They are looking to recruit an experienced CNC Miller Programmer to join their team on a permanent day-shift basis.

This is a hands-on programming, setting and operating role, with the majority of the work being carried out on Hurco CNC machining centres, alongside a small number of Doosan machines.

The company undertakes a mixture of 3- and 4-axis machining, producing precision components from one-offs and prototypes through to production work.

The Role

As a CNC Miller Programmer, you will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines, taking work from drawing through to finished component.

  • Programming, setting and operating 3- and 4-axis CNC milling machines.
  • Working predominantly on Hurco machining centres.
  • Setting and operating Doosan CNC machines.
  • Creating and editing CNC programmes.
  • Using HyperMILL and OneCNC for offline programming.
  • Working from engineering drawings, CAD models and specifications.
  • Selecting appropriate tooling, speeds and feeds.
  • Setting tools, work offsets and machine parameters.
  • Carrying out first-off inspections and in-process quality checks.
  • Producing one-off, prototype and small-batch precision components.
  • Making programme adjustments and optimising machining processes.
  • Maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
  • Working closely with the wider engineering team to ensure jobs are completed efficiently and on time.

About You

The ideal candidate will be an experienced CNC Miller Programmer / Setter Operator with a strong background in CNC milling and offline programming.

You should have:

  • Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling machines.
  • Strong experience with Hurco machining centres.
  • Experience of 3- or 4-axis milling.
  • Experience using an offline CAD/CAM system.
  • Knowledge of HyperMILL and/or OneCNC would be highly advantageous.
  • Experience with Doosan machines would be beneficial.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
  • Good knowledge of tooling, cutting conditions and machining processes.
  • Experience producing close-tolerance components.
  • Good inspection and measurement skills.
  • A methodical approach with excellent attention to detail.
  • The ability to work independently and take ownership of jobs from start to finish.

Why Apply?

  • £18.00? £22.00 per hour, dependent on experience
  • Permanent position
  • Monday to Thursday 7:00am?4:00pm
  • Friday 7:00am?12:00pm
  • Day-shift working hours
  • Predominantly Hurco CNC machining
  • 3- and 4-axis work
  • Offline programming using HyperMILL and OneCNC
  • Opportunity to work on varied precision engineering projects
  • Established Coventry-based engineering business
  • Excellent opportunity for an experienced programmer/setter looking for a long-term position

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Posted: September 12th, 2026