Portsmouth Aviation Limited
CNC Miller
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Skilled CNC Miller
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £19.90 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Employment type: Full-time, Permanent
Start date: ASAP
About The Role
Portsmouth Aviation Limited is looking for an experienced Skilled CNC Miller / Programmer to join our Machine Shop team in Portsmouth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC Miller with strong experience in setting, programming and operating CNC milling machinery, including 5-axis machining. The successful candidate will enjoy working on complex, high-precision components and small batch production.
The successful candidate will work as part of an experienced Machine Shop team, producing components to exacting quality standards for customers operating across highly regulated and technically demanding industries.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program, set and operate 3, 4 and 5-axis Mazak milling machines.
- Set and operate CNC 5-axis machinery.
- Produce small batches of complex, precision-engineered components.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and machining requirements.
- Select appropriate tooling and machining strategies to achieve required results.
- Inspect components during manufacture and make adjustments where required.
- Ensure all work is completed to the required quality and dimensional standards.
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
- Work effectively both independently and as part of the wider Machine Shop team.
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Experience & Skills
- Minimum 5 years' CNC milling experience.
- Proven experience in CNC setting and programming.
- Experience setting and operating 5-axis CNC machinery.
- Experience using Mazak Matrix II and Mazak Smooth control systems.
- Strong understanding of engineering drawings and machining tolerances.
- High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use initiative when solving machining problems.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
Desirable Experience:
- Haas and Fanuc experience.
- Experience with HyperMill and/or Mastercam CAD/CAM software.
- Training can be provided on CAD/CAM systems to the right candidate.
Working Hours:
37 hours per week:
- Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pm
- Friday: 7:30am - 12:30pm
Salary & Benefits:
- £19.90 per hour
- Full-time, permanent position
- Company pension scheme
- Company shutdown at Whitsun
- Company shutdown between Christmas and New Year
- Training and development opportunities as required
- Immediate start available
About Portsmouth Aviation:
Portsmouth Aviation Limited is a family-owned engineering and manufacturing company with nearly 90 years of industry experience.
The company supports complex, regulated programmes, with advanced capabilities in CNC machining, fabrication, welding and in-house finishing, Portsmouth Aviation provides a complete one-stop-shop for build-to-print manufacturing.
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The business is supported by specialist mechanical and electrical design teams, airworthiness experts and project management professionals, enabling the delivery of through-life services from concept through to in-service support.
Long-term partnerships, technical excellence and dependable delivery are at the core of Portsmouth Aviation's approach.
Reporting Structure:
The successful candidate will join the Machine Shop and report directly to the Machine Shop Manager.
Career Development:
Training and development will be provided as and when required, helping employees develop their technical skills and support the changing needs of the business.
How to Apply:
If you are an experienced CNC Miller looking for a permanent opportunity working on complex, high-quality components in a technically demanding engineering environment, we would like to hear from you.
Applications will be considered on an ongoing basis. There is no closing date, and the preferred start date is ASAP.
The interview process is expected to be a single-stage interview.
Please apply directly to Portsmouth Aviation Limited rather than through LinkedIn.
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