CNC Lathe Setter Operator Programmer

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

CNC Lathe Programmer / Setter Operator Required!

Our client is an established manufacturing business, producing specialist metal components and assembly solutions to a range of industries.

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Programmer / Setter Operator to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating CNC lathes to ensure efficient production in line with the build plan, maintaining high-quality standards, and maximising machine utilisation and output.

Package:

• Rotating shift pattern - 6am - 2pm & 2pm - 10pm
• £17 - £21 per hour (DOE)
• Company pension scheme
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays

CNC Lathe Programmer / Setter Operator - 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 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.
• Undertake other reasonable tasks within capability as required by the Team Leader.

CNC Lathe Programmer / Setter Operator - Requirements:

• 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.
• Forklift licence (desirable but not essential).
• Knowledge of abrasive wheel regulations (desirable).