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Posted 20 July, 2026

CNC Miller Setter Operator

Optical Precision
Watford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

CNC Miller, Setter, Operator (Edit Programs)
\n £30,000 - £35,000 Per Year, Plus Overtime & Benefits
\n Luton
\n The Machinist will manufacture piece parts and sub-assemblies using various machine tools in accordance with laid out specifications/drawings, work instructions and quality procedures. The ideal candidate will be skilled in CNC milling and possess a proven track record to include manual machining.
What you will do:

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  • Set, edit programs and operate CNC milling or turning machine to machine parts to specifications.
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  • Manufacture parts and components in a low volume production environment to engineering drawings.
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  • Manufacture or modify tooling, such as jigs, fixtures and moulds.
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  • Lay out and verify dimensions of parts, using precision measuring and marking equipment and knowledge of trigonometry.
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  • Demonstrate ability to achieve times specified on job travellers as indicated by Production Engineering to meet production requirements.
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  • Demonstrate ability to utilise Epicor (ERP) system for logging work times to maintain booking compliance.
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  • Active involvement in improving workshop facilities as part of the lean program.
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  • Support continuous improvement efforts through involvement in structured problem solving and other activities using LEAN concepts.
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  • Report any accident, near-miss, dangerous occurrence or dangerous condition to their line management in line with procedure.
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  • Switch off and secure unattended plant or equipment.
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  • Avoid improvised arrangements and suggest safe ways of eliminating hazards.
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  • Maintain knowledge of, and comply with, all Health & Safety requirements associated with the role.
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  • Never place themselves or fellow employees in danger by their actions.
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What you will need:
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  • Minimum of 3 years experience in engineering with proven experience as a CNC Machine Operator.
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  • Ability to understand and machine to ISO engineering drawings and ability to work to close tolerances.
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  • Competence in using measuring equipment e.g., micrometres and Vernier callipers.
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  • Basic IT skills.
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  • Good knowledge of 5S principles.
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Desirable:

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  • Time served craft apprenticeship.
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  • Experience with CNC setting and operating CNC Vertical mills preferably with either: Winmax 5 (Hurco) or Fanuc (Parkson) Controls or experience with programming, setting and operating CNC lathes with either Mazatrol (Mazak) control or Siemens control (Doosan Puma)
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Why work for us?

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  • Competitive compensation and benefits packages.
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  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
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  • Generous annual leave and option to purchase additional holidays.
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  • Contributory pension plan with associated life assurance.
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  • Recognition reward schemes.
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  • Healthcare scheme offering cash back on medical services (optician/dental etc.).
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  • Virtual GP surgery and employee assistance programme.
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  • Cycle-to-work scheme.
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  • Range of employee discounts (including gyms, high street and online retailers).
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\n Early Shift: Monday Thursday 06:00 14:15, Friday 06:00 12:00
\n Late Shift: Monday Thursday 14:15 22:30, Friday 12:00 18:00

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- Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum plus 8 statutory bank holidays
\n - Pension: Auto-enrolment into the company pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution and minimum 3.5% employee contribution

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