CNC Milling Setter

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced CNC Miller (Setter/Operator) for their Bredbury, Stockport facility. You will set and operate CNC milling machines on a day shift, producing components to tight drawings and specifications and performing in-process inspections.

Programming is not required; candidates should read drawings, use inspection tools, and help maintain high quality and documentation in a collaborative, safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as CNC Miller (Setter/Operator).
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Competence with inspection tools (micrometers, verniers, gauges).
• High attention to detail and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating CNC milling machines
• Producing components to engineering drawings and specifications
• Conducting in-process inspection using standard measuring equipment
• Maintaining machining quality and efficiency standards
• Supporting continuous improvement and safe working practices
• Ensuring accurate job documentation and process adherence

Skills

CNC milling

Fanuc controls

Read drawings

Inspection tools

Tools

Fanuc controls

Job description

Location: Bredbury, Stockport
Salary: £41,000 per year
Hours: Days - Monday to Friday

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced CNC Miller (Setter/Operator) to join their machining team at their Bredbury, Stockport facility. This is a day-shift position working primarily on HB milling machinery, focusing on setting and operating to produce high-quality machined components. Programming is not required for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting and operating CNC milling machines
• Producing components to engineering drawings and specifications
• Conducting in-process inspection using standard measuring equipment
• Maintaining machining quality and efficiency standards
• Supporting continuous improvement and safe working practices
• Ensuring accurate job documentation and process adherence

Requirements

• Proven experience as a CNC Miller (Setter/Operator)
• Experience with Fanuc controls (editing)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Competence with inspection tools (micrometers, verniers, gauges)
• High attention to detail and quality standards
• Team-focused with a proactive approach to work

What's On Offer

• Salary of £41,000 per year
• Opportunity to work with a well-established engineering business
• Supportive team environment and modern machining facility