CNC Setter

Rise Technical Recruitment; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Private Health Insurance

26 Days Holiday

Job summary

Rise Technical Recruitment is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist in Bedford to join a world-leading research-focused facility. You will program, set, and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling machines on high-value components for aerodynamic testing.

The ideal candidate has CNC setting/operation experience, strong attention to detail, and is familiar with Heidenhain controls (training can be provided). Mon-Fri days, with overtime and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC setting and operation on milling machines.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with GD&T principles and tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling machines.
• Work from detailed engineering drawings and apply GD&T.
• Manage multiple machines to meet production schedules.

Skills

CNC Setting

CNC Operation

GD&T

Heidenhain controls

3-5 axis machining

Reading engineering drawings

Education

HNC/HND, City & Guilds, or equivalent

Tools

CNC Milling Machines

Job description

CNC Setter

Bedford, commutable from: Kettering, Cambridge, Northampton, Luton, Milton Keynes

£30,000 - £38,000 + Day Shifts (7am-3pm) + Overtime/Shift Premiums + Training + Private Health Insurance + 26 Days Holiday (+ BH)

Excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist to join an innovative company during an exciting period of growth, taking on a key role in producing high-precision components for world-leading research projects.

On offer is a hands-on position where you will work on unique, high-value components used to manufacture scaled models for aerodynamic testing in an industry leading facility.

This company operates one of the only facilities in the world that specialises in this niche field. They are now looking for a skilled CNC Programmer/Operator to join their team and play a key part in the ongoing success and development of their globally recognised operation.

The day-to-day responsibilities of this role includes setting and operating CNC milling machines (3, 4, and 5-axis), interpreting technical drawings, and ensuring precise machining of bespoke parts to tight tolerances.

The ideal candidate will have experience with CNC setting and operation, a strong understanding of machining processes, and a high level of attention to detail. Experience with Heidenhain controls is desirable, although training can be provided for those with other control system experience.

The Role:

• Programming, setting, and operating 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling machines
• Working from detailed engineering drawings and applying GD&T principles
• Operating multiple machines as required to meet production schedules
• Monday to Friday, days-based (38 hours per week)

The Person:

• Proven CNC Machinist with experience in 3- and 5-axis
• Skilled in CNC setup, tooling, and workpiece preparation
• HNC/HND, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification/apprenticeship in CNC machining
• Experience with Heidenhain controls desirable (training available)

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates