CNC Operator Milling

Strumasters; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Birmingham is seeking an experienced CNC Operator to operate and monitor CNC milling machines. The role involves interpreting engineering drawings, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates will have experience in an engineering environment and a focus on detail. This is a full-time position with day shifts offering a pay rate of £13 per hour.

Benefits

Training and career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC operator.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• High attention to detail and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate, load, and monitor CNC milling machines.
• Deburr and quality inspect parts.
• Collaborate with engineers to resolve technical issues.

Skills

Operating CNC milling machines

Reading engineering drawings

Using measuring instruments

Attention to detail

Tools

CNC milling machines

Measuring instruments

Job description

CNC Operator Milling - Day Shifts

We are recruiting for a CNC operator for a leading engineering company based in Central Birmingham. We are looking for an experienced CNC operator who is available immediately, looking for a career on day shifts and the opportunity to work with an innovative team that offers engineering solutions across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, load, and monitor CNC milling machines and equipment.
• Deburr and quality inspect parts.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to ensure components meet specifications.
• Use measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and verniers to check and maintain quality standards.
• Work with a range of materials.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and safety at all times.
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to resolve technical or machining issues.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and keep the work area clean and organized.
• Work to agreed lead times.

Experience Required

• Proven experience as a CNC operator.
• Experience working with milling machines in an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and work from technical/engineering drawings.
• Hands‑on experience operating CNC milling machines.
• Skilled in the use of measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, verniers, etc.).
• Experience working with a variety of materials.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Temporary to permanent position working 39 hours a week.
• Day shift hours 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday–Thursday; 8:00 am – 3:30 pm Friday.
• Pay rate £13.00 per hour.
• Overtime available.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Machinery Manufacturing

If you are available immediately and looking for a new career move, please apply online in the first instance.