CNC Miller 6874
First Base Employment Limited
| Company | First Base Employment Limited |
| Category | Uncategorised |
| Location | Nuneaton |
| Remote | — |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| First seen | 2 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date) |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
Job Title : CNC Milling Machinist
Location : Nuneaton
Hours : Split Double Shift
• 6.00am to 2:30pm Monday to Thursday, 6.00am to 11.00am Fridays
• 2:15pm to 22:45 Monday to Thursday, 10:45am to 15:45 Fridays
Salary : £35,000 – £38,500 + 12.5% shift allowance (£39,375 – £43,312)
Key Responsibilities of a CNC Milling Machinist :
• CNC machining of tooling for composite component manufacture, including Epoxy boards, Carbon composite parts, and jigs/fixtures.
• Machining Aluminium, Steel, and other metals for various components.
• Ensure correct speeds/feeds and optimal operating practices.
• Consistently meet program cycle times, including simultaneous operation of left/right-hand parts.
• Efficiently set up components using fixtures or plates.
• Accurately measure tooling/components using micrometers, verniers, etc.
• Maximise machine efficiency and provide feedback for process improvement.
• Work closely with the CNC Team Leader to ensure job timings are met.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines.
• Support other tasks across the Nuneaton site as required.
Key Skills of a CNC Milling Machinist :
• Fully trained in CNC milling with Heidenhain, Siemens or Mazatrol controllers.
• Solid understanding of machining technology and working to tolerances.
• Experience in bespoke machining projects, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Time-served machinist with a hands-on, practical approach.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings (advantageous).
• Assertive, confident, and flexible with a strong team-oriented mindset.
• Capable of working effectively under pressure and meeting deadlines.
To be considered for this role, please email your CV to [email protected] or call Andrew on 01453 755330.
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