CNC Setter

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

Benefits offered by this job

Day shifts

Overtime premiums

Private health insurance

26 days holiday (+ BH)

Training

Job summary

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited is seeking a skilled CNC Setter in Bedford to set and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling machines. You will interpret detailed drawings, apply GD&T, and work on high-precision components for world-leading research projects.

The role is days-based (7am-3pm) on a 38-hour week with overtime/shift premiums and training. A background in Heidenhain controls is desirable; training is available for other systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in setting and operating CNC milling machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Understanding GD&T principles and tight tolerances.
• Training available for other control systems.

Responsibilities

• Set, program, and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills.
• Work from engineering drawings to maintain accuracy.
• Manage multiple machines to meet production schedules.
• Maintain high quality and documentation for routes.

Skills

CNC setting

CNC operation

3- to 5-axis machining

GD&T

Education

HNC/HND or City & Guilds 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: BBBH264561

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer.

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