Experienced CNC Miller/Turner
- Waterford
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: WaterfordHartley People Recruitment is seeking an Experienced CNC Miller/Turner on behalf of a leading precision engineering manufacturer supplying components to high-tech sectors such as medical devices, electronics, and industrial equipment.Operating to ISO 9001:2015 standards, this well-established business is known for delivering complex, high-tolerance parts in a collaborative, quality-focused environment.This is an excellent opportunity to join a skilled machining team in a role requiring strong technical ability in CNC programming, setting, and operation, along with a commitment to maintaining exacting quality standards.Key Responsibilities:
- Set up, program, and operate CNC milling and turning machines, including 4- and 5-axis equipment.
- Run production parts on multiple machines, ensuring output meets tight tolerances.
- Interpret engineering drawings and work orders to ensure correct dimensions and finishes.
- Monitor cycle times and adjust programs or setups to maintain efficiency.
- Conduct in-process inspections and address non-conformances in line with ISO 9001 requirements.
- Complete required production documentation, traceability logs, and quality records.
- Carry out basic preventative maintenance including lubrication, calibration checks, and tooling inspections.
- Work both independently and as part of a team to meet production schedules.
- 5+ years’ hands-on experience operating CNC milling or turning machines.
- Proven ability to set and program CNC equipment for new and repeat production runs.
- Strong understanding of engineering drawings and dimensional tolerances.
- Confident with manual and digital precision measuring tools.
- Good standard of written and spoken English.
- Ability to work on a permanent evening shift (39 hrs/week + shift rate) or on a two-shift rotation (mornings/evenings).
- Experience with HAAS controls or equivalent.
- Familiarity with high-precision, small-batch manufacturing.
- Understanding of material properties and machining strategies for different alloys.
- Strong communication skills for cross-team collaboration.
- Quality-driven with a methodical, accurate approach to machining.
- Reliable, organised, and able to work to deadlines.
- Adaptable to changing priorities and production demands.
- Proactive in troubleshooting and improving machining processes.
To apply in confidence, please send your CV to or call Nigel on 051-878813 for more information.Hartley People Recruitment guarantees confidentiality. Your CV will never be sent to a third party without your full consent.