GD Rectifiers Ltd
CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator
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CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator
Salary: £29,000 - £33,000 per annum
Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex
Working pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8:30am–5pm Monday–Thursday, 8:30am–4:30pm Friday)
About the company
GD Rectifiers is a leading UK distributor of power electronic components and manufacturer of heatsinks and power semiconductor assemblies. Over 60 years, the company has built a reputation for delivering components and assemblies for Britain's most demanding rail, automotive, aviation, medical, and industrial projects.
What you'll be doing
You'll programme, set, and operate Cincinnati CNC milling machines with Heidenhain controls, working on high-precision components for the power electronics sector. You'll support the production team with assembly work and general factory duties, manage stock movements, and report directly to the CNC Supervisor.
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What you'll bring
- Advanced experience programming and operating Cincinnati CNC milling machines with Heidenhain controls is desirable.
- Minimum of 5 years in a CNC milling machining role and 2 years specifically programming CNC machines with Heidenhain controls, or similar.
- Ability to read engineering drawings.
- Effective communication skills with the sales and production teams.
- Full compliance with health and safety procedures.
- A forklift licence is desirable but not essential.
- A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to support the wider production team are important.
What's on offer
- 28 days' holiday (including bank holidays)
- Company pension
- Free on-site parking
- Health and wellbeing programme (Benenden, reviewed annually)
- Private medical insurance (Benenden, reviewed annually)
- Performance bonus
- Training opportunities are available
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Additional information
- Reliably commute or plan to relocate to Burgess Hill before starting.
- GCSE or equivalent preferred.
- English language proficiency required.
- This is a permanent, full-time position.
- GD Rectifiers is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.
- Applications close 31 July 2026.
You may have experience of the following: CNC Operator, CNC Machinist, CNC Mill Operator, Milling Machine Programmer, Production Machinist, Precision Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
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