CNC Lathe Programmer/Setter — Drive Production

Streamline Search Ltd.; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

Streamline Search Ltd. is recruiting an experienced CNC Lathe Programmer / Setter Operator to program, set, and operate CNC lathes. You will monitor production against the build plan, perform tool changes, and ensure high-quality checks are completed using Mietrak MRP systems.

The role includes supporting new product introduction, maintaining tooling levels, and ensuring a safe, tidy 5S work environment with effective shift handovers.

Qualifications

• Experience in programming, setting and operating CNC lathes.
• Knowledge of Haas or Dugard VMC (Fanuc controlled) preferred.
• NVQ or C&G in Mechanical Engineering / CNC Setting & Programming (or equivalent experience).
• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
• Competent in the use of engineering measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Program, set, operate, and monitor CNC lathes to meet produzione targets in line with the build plan.
• Ensure machines run efficiently with minimal downtime and support breakdown resolution.
• Carry out job and tool changes, ensuring smooth production flow.
• Produce and gain approval for first-off and in-process quality checks in line with procedures.
• Support new product introduction by manufacturing prototype and development parts.
• Maintain accurate real-time production records using Mietrak MRP system.
• Monitor tooling levels and request replacements to avoid disruption to production.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and ensure a safe, organised work area (5S).
• Liaise with warehouse and FLT teams to ensure timely movement of finished goods.
• Communicate issues, risks, and improvements to the Team Leader.
• Support, guide, and assist other operators, including training new starters.
• Ensure machines are correctly set and running with clear shift handovers.

Skills

Programming CNC lathes

Set CNC lathes

Operate CNC lathes

Haas/Dugard VMC knowledge

Read engineering drawings

Engineering measurement equipment

Forklift licence

Abrasive wheel regs knowledge

Education

NVQ or C&G in Mechanical Eng / CNC Setting & Programming

Tools

Haas

Dugard VMC

Job description

Streamline Search Ltd. is recruiting an experienced CNC Lathe Programmer / Setter Operator to program, set, and operate CNC lathes. You will monitor production against the build plan, perform tool changes, and ensure high-quality checks are completed using Mietrak MRP systems.

The role includes supporting new product introduction, maintaining tooling levels, and ensuring a safe, tidy 5S work environment with effective shift handovers.