CNC Setter

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

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Setter in Bedford to join an innovative company. The position involves programming and operating 3-, 4-, and 5-axis milling machines, working from detailed engineering drawings. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in CNC machining and familiarity with Heidenhain controls. The role offers a salary of £30,000 - £38,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including private health insurance and 26 days holiday.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

26 Days Holiday (+ BH)

Overtime/Shift Premiums

Training

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Machinist with 3- and 5-axis systems.
• Skilled in CNC setup, tooling, and workpiece preparation.
• Experience with Heidenhain controls is desirable; training available.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting, and operating CNC milling machines.
• Working from detailed engineering drawings applying GD&T principles.
• Operating multiple machines to meet production schedules.

Skills

CNC setting

Operation of CNC milling machines

Attention to detail

Machining processes understanding

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent qualification/apprenticeship in CNC machining

Tools

Heidenhain controls

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: BBB

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