CNC Setter

Additional Resources Ltd; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected precision engineering manufacturer in Leighton Buzzard is seeking a CNC Setter to program, set, and run 2-axis lathes for producing low-volume, high-accuracy components. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including a workplace pension and healthcare provision, and opportunities within a thriving engineering team.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with late-shift premium

Permanent position with immediate start

Holiday allowance and additional paid shutdown

Workplace pension scheme

Healthcare provision

Modern workshop and ongoing investment

Qualifications

• Proven track record programming, setting, and operating 2-axis CNC turning machines.
• Confident writing longhand programs at the control with minimal supervision.
• Practical experience with Manual Guide i and G-code.
• Strong knowledge of cutting data, tooling selection, and geometric tolerancing.
• Comfortable carrying out in-process inspection and documenting results.
• Fluent in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Background in a machine shop producing precision components.
• Familiarity with Fanuc controls is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Writing new programs at the machine and adjusting existing programs.
• Full set-ups including material selection, tooling, workholding.
• Programming using Manual Guide i and standard G-code.
• In-process verification with relevant metrology equipment.
• Interpreting technical drawings and geometric tolerances.
• Producing one-off and low/medium-volume parts.
• Collaborating with colleagues to maintain flow and quality.
• Safely handling larger workpieces with lifting aids.

Skills

Programming 2-axis CNC machines

Writing longhand programs

Manual Guide i

G-code

In-process inspection

Reading engineering drawings

Cutting data knowledge

Tools

Fanuc controls

Job description

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a CNC Setter to joina respected precision engineering manufacturer delivering low-volume, high-accuracy tubular and threaded components to safety-critical sectors.

As a CNC Setter, you will be programming, setting and running 2-axis lathes to tight tolerances, producing small batches and one-offs.

Responsibilities

• Writing new programs at the machine (longhand) and adjusting existing programs as required
• Full set-ups: material selection, tooling, workholding, offsets, speeds and feeds
• Programming using Manual Guide i and standard G-code
• In-process verification with relevant metrology equipment to ensure conformance
• Interpreting technical drawings, standards and geometric tolerances
• Producing one-off and low/medium-volume parts across a range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• Collaborating with colleagues in machine shop, quality and production to maintain flow and right-first-time output
• Safely handling larger workpieces with lifting aids (training provided)

What we are looking for

• Proven track record programming, setting and operating 2-axis CNC turning machines
• Confident writing longhand programs at the control with minimal supervision
• Practical experience with Manual Guide i and G-code
• Strong knowledge of cutting data, tooling selection and geometric tolerancing
• Comfortable carrying out in-process inspection and documenting results
• Fluent in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Background in a machine shop producing precision components for demanding applications
• Familiarity with Fanuc controls is advantageous

What’s on offer

• Competitive base salary with late-shift premium
• Permanent position with immediate start available
• Holiday allowance including bank holidays, plus additional paid shutdown over the festive period
• Workplace pension scheme
• Healthcare provision
• Modern workshop with excellent working conditions and ongoing investment in people and equipment
• This is an exciting opportunity to elevate your career and become an integral part of a thriving engineering team.

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