CNC Machinist

Streamline Search; Tendring; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced CNC Setter/Operator to ensure the precise setting and operation of 5-axis CNC milling centres. The ideal candidate should have expertise in CNC vertical milling machines, familiarity with control systems like Heidenhain, and the ability to read technical drawings. This role offers a competitive salary of £32,000 - £35,000 annually, pension, parking, and 16 days of holiday. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to Clacton-on-Sea.

Benefits

Company Pension

Parking

16 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience setting CNC 5-axis vertical milling machines and/or turning centres.
• Knowledge of Heidenhain (preferred), Winmax, or Haas controls.
• Able to read and understand technical drawings.
• Skilled in using gauges and inspection tools; familiar with metrology reports and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate assigned machines safely and efficiently, ensuring precision and quality.
• Handover to operators and support them with technical help when needed.
• Work with operators to meet production targets and delivery schedules.
• Perform first-off and in-process checks using measuring tools.

Skills

Experience setting CNC 5-axis vertical milling machines

Knowledge of Heidenhain

Ability to read technical drawings

Skilled in using gauges and inspection tools

Tools

Heidenhain controls

Winmax

Haas controls

Job description

Overview

CNC Setter/Operator Required! Our client is a market‑leading manufacturer of precision‑machined plastic components for the aerospace, medical, electronics and wider engineering sectors.

On behalf of our client, we are looking to recruit an experienced CNC Setter to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting, adjusting and optimising 5‑axis CNC milling centres. Candidates must live within commutable distance to Clacton‑on‑Sea.

Package

• £32,000 - £35,000 a year (DOE)
• Company Pension
• Parking
• 16 days holiday + bank holidays
• 06:30am - 17:00pm Monday - Thursday

Responsibilities

• Set and operate assigned machines safely and efficiently, ensuring precision and quality.
• Handover to operators clearly and support them with technical help when needed.
• Work with operators to meet production targets and delivery schedules.
• Perform first‑off and in‑process checks using measuring tools and equipment.
• Carry out basic maintenance and keep the work area clean and organised; report issues to the Team Leader.
• Clean, deburr, and package parts to customer specifications when required.
• Take on other tasks as requested by the Team Leader.

Requirements

• Experience setting CNC 5‑axis vertical milling machines and/or turning centres.
• Knowledge of Heidenhain (preferred), Winmax, or Haas controls.
• Able to read and understand technical drawings.
• Skilled in using gauges and inspection tools; familiar with metrology reports and GD&T.
• Experience with work holding, tool holding, and cutting tools.