3-Axis CNC Setter/Operator: CAD/CAM & Profit Share

Oadby Conveyors Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

30 days holiday

Life assurance

Free car parking

Training and development

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Oadby Plastics is seeking a CNC Setter/Operator for their Leicester area site. You will edit, set up and run 3 axis CNC machines to exact specifications, interpreting CAD drawings and tolerances to deliver precise components.

Daily checks, safe practices, and collaboration with the CNC Lead will be essential. The role offers permanent, full-time hours with a two‑shift pattern and a competitive hourly rate (£14.30–£16).

Qualifications

• Experience programming 3 axis CNC machines using CAD/CAM software.
• Experience setting up and operating 3 axis CNC machinery.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, tolerances and specs.
• High attention to detail with precision measurement knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Edit, set up and operate 3 axis CNC machines to meet drawings and tolerances.
• Select materials and tools, perform first‑off and final checks for accuracy.
• Interpret CAD drawings and engineering information for consistent results.
• Carry out daily/weekly machine checks and report issues to supervisors.

Skills

CAD/CAM software

3 axis CNC machining

Reading engineering drawings

Quality and precision

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Oadby Plastics is seeking a CNC Setter/Operator for their Leicester area site. You will edit, set up and run 3 axis CNC machines to exact specifications, interpreting CAD drawings and tolerances to deliver precise components.

Daily checks, safe practices, and collaboration with the CNC Lead will be essential. The role offers permanent, full-time hours with a two‑shift pattern and a competitive hourly rate (£14.30–£16).