CNC Lathe Programmer & Setter Operator – Shift Roles

Streamline Search; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pattern 6am-2pm/2pm-10pm

Hourly rate £17–£21 (DOE)

Company pension

20 days + bank holidays

Job summary

Streamline Search is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Programmer / Setter Operator in West Bromwich to program, set, and run CNC lathes, ensuring production targets are met and quality is maintained.

The role requires a solid background in CNC programming and operation, with preferred familiarity of Haas or Dugard VMC controls, and an NVQ/C&G in Mechanical Engineering or CNC programming. A forklift license is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience programming, setting and operating CNC lathes.
• NVQ or C&G in Mechanical Engineering / CNC Setting & Programming (or equivalent).
• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
• Forklift licence desirable.
• Knowledge of abrasive wheel regulations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Program, set, operate, and monitor CNC lathes to meet production 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 the Mietrak MRP system.
• Monitor tooling levels and request replacements to avoid disruption to production.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and a safe, organized 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.
• Undertake other reasonable tasks within capability as required by the Team Leader.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setting

CNC operation

Reading engineering drawings

Education

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

Tools

Haas

Dugard VMC

Mietrak MRP system

Job description

Streamline Search is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Programmer / Setter Operator in West Bromwich to program, set, and run CNC lathes, ensuring production targets are met and quality is maintained.

The role requires a solid background in CNC programming and operation, with preferred familiarity of Haas or Dugard VMC controls, and an NVQ/C&G in Mechanical Engineering or CNC programming. A forklift license is desirable.