CNC Machinist Setter

Mego Employment Ltd

Plymouth

On-site

GBP 33,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work
Free onsite parking
Company pension
Life insurance
Wellbeing support

Job summary

Minto Mego Employment Ltd. in Plymouth is seeking a skilled CNC Machine Setter to join a precision manufacturing team. The role involves setting and operating CNC machinery, performing quality checks, and maintaining tooling to support production targets and high standards.

The position offers rotating day shifts or permanent night shifts, with a strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement within a structured production environment.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2–3 years' experience setting and operating CNC machinery.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to work rotating shifts or permanent night shift patterns.
  • Strong attention to detail with commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

  • Set and operate CNC machinery to required specifications.
  • Perform gauge checks and quality inspections throughout production.
  • Identify and report defects or machine issues promptly.
  • Ensure correct tooling is fitted and maintained for production runs.
  • Complete machine performance checklists and follow safety procedures.

Skills

CNC machining
Quality control
Attention to detail

Job description

CNC Machine Setter

Location: Plymouth
Salary: £33,487.74 per annum (including 20% shift premium) or £39,069.03 per annum (including 40% night shift premium)
Shifts:
* Rotating weekly shifts, 06:00 - 14:00 and 14:00 - 22:00
* Permanent Night Shift, 22:00 - 06:00

About the Role

We are recruiting for a CNC Machine Setter to join a well-established precision manufacturing business based in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company known for its commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Working within a structured production environment, you will be responsible for setting and operating CNC machinery, carrying out quality checks, and ensuring machinery performs efficiently to support production targets and high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Set and operate CNC machinery to required specifications.
  • Perform gauge checks and quality inspections throughout production.
  • Identify and report defects or machine issues promptly.
  • Ensure correct tooling is fitted and maintained for production runs.
  • Complete machine performance checklists and follow all safety procedures.
About You
Essential:
  • Minimum 2 to 3 years' experience setting and operating CNC machinery.
  • Previous experience working within a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to work rotating shifts or a permanent night shift pattern.
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
Desirable:
  • Experience carrying out machine performance and quality checks.
  • Knowledge of precision engineering or CNC manufacturing processes.
  • Willingness to participate in ongoing training and development.
What's in it for You?
  • Annual salary of £33,487.74 including a 20% shift premium for rotating shifts.
  • Annual salary of £39,069.03 including a 40% night shift premium for permanent nights.
  • Flexitime and comprehensive company benefits package.
  • Company pension, life insurance, sick pay, and wellbeing support.
  • Cycle to work scheme, employee discounts, enhanced family leave, and free onsite parking
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