CNC Router Setter Operator — Lead Production & Improvement

E3 Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pension

Annual bonus

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits

Ongoing training and career dev.

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is seeking a CNC Flat Sheet Production Cell Setter to join a growing manufacturing business in the UK. Set and operate CNC routers, load and optimise programs, read engineering drawings, and perform first-off inspections on parts.

Candidates with CNC machining or routing experience, tool setting, and knowledge of tolerances will fit well. Alphacam knowledge is advantageous; training and career development are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC routing or precision manufacturing.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and tolerance specs.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, workholding and inspection techniques.
• Experience with Alphacam or similar software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC routers and flat-bed CNC machining equipment.
• Load, prove and optimise CNC programs.
• Set tooling, machine offsets, fixtures and vacuum systems.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Conduct first‑off and in‑process inspection activities.
• Identify and resolve machining and process issues.
• Support continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives.

Skills

CNC machining

Reading eng. drawings

Tooling & inspection

Problem solving

Alphacam experience

Tools

Alphacam

Job description

E3 Recruitment is seeking a CNC Flat Sheet Production Cell Setter to join a growing manufacturing business in the UK. Set and operate CNC routers, load and optimise programs, read engineering drawings, and perform first-off inspections on parts.

Candidates with CNC machining or routing experience, tool setting, and knowledge of tolerances will fit well. Alphacam knowledge is advantageous; training and career development are available.