CNC Machine Setter

Thorn Baker Recruitment Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering firm in Nottingham is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist (Milling – Setter/Operator) for a full-time position. The role involves setting and operating CNC machines, reading engineering drawings, and ensuring production quality. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and be committed to high safety standards. Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus 8 statutory days, along with medical and well-being care.

Benefits

25 days' holiday

Medical and well-being care package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a CNC machining environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Committed to high standards of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating CNC milling machines.
• Working from detailed engineering drawings.
• Maintaining quality and consistency of production output.
• Contributing to continuous improvement and team goals.

Skills

CNC machining

Engineering drawings interpretation

Quality control

Continuous improvement

Tools

HAAS systems

FANUC systems

Job description

My client, a well-established precision engineering firm based in Nottingham, is looking for an experienced CNC Machinist (Milling – Setter/Operator) to join their growing team. This full-time, permanent position offers long-term prospects in a clean and modern facility supplying high-precision components to multiple sectors.

Pay is £14 - £16hr depending on experience. 39 hours per week + overtime.

Working hours include: Monday to Thursday: 7am to 12:30pm & 1pm to 4pm. Friday: 7am to 12pm. Overtime is optional, though ideally looking for someone who is happy to support when needed during busy periods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting and operating CNC milling machines
• Working from detailed engineering drawings
• Maintaining quality and consistency of production output
• Contributing to continuous improvement and team goals

Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a CNC machining environment
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience with HAAS/FANUC systems (preferred but not essential)
• Committed to high standards of quality and safety

The role includes 25 days’ holiday plus 8 statutory days, along with a medical and well-being care package.

If this sounds like the role for you, please get in touch with me directly on 07580 716459 or email [e-mail]. I look forward to hearing from you!