CNC Miller – Setter/Trainee Programmer

Leeds | £16 per hour (rising to £18.40 on back shift) | Permanent

We're supporting a long-established precision engineering business in Leeds looking for a CNC Miller Setter with Fanuc controls who's ready to develop into a programming role. This is a genuine training and progression opportunity - you'll start on days while learning programming, then move to the back shift once you're at programmer level.

The Role:

Setting and operating CNC milling machines (Fanuc Controls Essential)

Learning CNC programming with structured training and support

Producing high-precision components to tight tolerances

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Performing in-process inspection to maintain quality standards

Working collaboratively with production, engineering, and quality teams

Maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work area

What We're Looking For:

Proven CNC milling setting experience

Fanuc control experience (essential)

Keen to learn and develop programming skills

Confidence working from technical drawings

Proactive approach to learning and continuous improvement

Ability to work independently once trained

What's on Offer:

£16 per hour on day shift during training period

£18.40 per hour (15% uplift) once moved to back shift as a programmer

Structured programming training and development

Permanent role with a stable, well-established business

Modern machines and strong order book

Clear progression pathway from setter to programmer

The Pathway: Start on day shift while receiving programming training → progress to programmer level → move to back shift (4-day week) with pay increase to £18.40 per hour.

This is a permanent position with a long-established precision engineering company offering genuine skills development and career progression.

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