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- Overtime
- Continuous improvement
- Referral programme
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Gooch & Housego Ilminster & St. Asaph —Ilminster
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- Computer literacy
- Communication skills
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CNC Miller

Gooch & Housego Ilminster & St. Asaph -
Ilminster

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Continuous improvement
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Job Title: CNC Milling Operator (with Programming Experience)

About us

G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications

Headquartered in Ilminster Somerset, UK with primary operations in the USA and Europe, G&H is recognised for the breadth of their acousto-optic, electro-optic, crystal-optic, fibre optic, and precision optic products. G&H is recognised as the preferred source for OEMs in the life sciences, industrial, and aerospace and defence industries, with a history of quality and excellence that dates back over seventy-five years.

Our success is built on innovation, precision, and the talent of our people. We are committed to developing capability at every stage of a career, from apprenticeships and graduate pathways through to leadership development.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced CNC Milling Operator with strong programming capability to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, programming, and operating CNC milling machines to produce high-quality precision components in line with engineering drawings and specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Set up, program, and operate CNC milling machines (3-axis / 4-axis / 5-axis as applicable)
Write, edit, and optimise CNC programs using G-code and/or CAM software
Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications
Select appropriate tools, fixtures, and materials for each job
Perform first-off inspections and in-process quality checks using measuring equipment
Adjust programs and machine settings to improve accuracy, efficiency, and cycle times
Carry out routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting
Work closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to meet deadlines
Ensure all work complies with health & safety and quality standards

Skills and Experience Required

Proven experience as a CNC Milling Operator
Strong CNC programming experience (G-code, conversational programming, or CAM systems)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and tolerances
Experience working with a range of materials (e.g. aluminium, steel, stainless steel, plastics)
Competent in the use of measuring tools such as verniers, micrometers, and CMMs
Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable Skills

Experience with specific CNC controls (e.g. Fanuc, Heidenhain, Siemens, Haas)
Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement techniques
Experience with complex or tight-tolerance components

Qualifications

Time-served apprenticeship or relevant qualification in CNC machining or manufacturing engineering (preferred)

Working Conditions

Workshop-based role
Shift work or overtime may be required depending on production needs

What We Offer

Competitive salary with a 20% uplift for rotating shift work.
Generous overtime pay: 1.5x after 39 hours and 2x on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
25 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays.
Pension contributions: Company pays 6%.
Company bonus scheme.
Health Cash Plan to cover medical expenses.
£500 referral bonus for recommending friends (terms apply).

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