CNC Setter

Grassroots Recruitment Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension

Ongoing training and development

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Grassroots Recruitment Ltd in Stockport is seeking an experienced CNC Setter for a full-time, rotating shift role. You will set and operate CNC turning machinery, install tooling and fixtures, and adjust tool geometry to maintain quality and efficiency.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with Fanuc controls. A relevant NVQ3/City & Guilds and safety-conscious approach will help you excel, with ongoing training and career progression

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience setting and operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Knowledge of quality standards and safe working practices.
• Basic CNC programming knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machinery.
• Install and set tooling, workholding equipment and fixtures.
• Input and adjust tool geometry and wear offsets.
• Record setting adjustments and process changes accurately.
• Identify and resolve machining issues within agreed parameters.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.

Skills

CNC experience

Fanuc controls

Reading drawings

Manual dexterity

Quality standards

CNC programming (basic)

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in mechanical engineering

Tools

CNC turning machinery

Fanuc controls

Job description

Salary: £43,200 inclusive of shift allowance

Location: Stockport

Hours: Full-time, rotating weekly between 6.00am–2.00pm and 2.00pm–10.00pm, with an early finish on Fridays

Are you an experienced CNC Setter looking for a stable position with excellent development opportunities?

Job Description

• Set and operate CNC turning machinery.
• Install and set tooling, workholding equipment and fixtures.
• Input and adjust tool geometry and wear offsets.
• Complete routine tool changes to maintain quality and production efficiency.
• Work accurately from engineering drawings, specifications and production documentation.
• Identify and resolve machining issues within agreed parameters.
• Record setting adjustments and process changes accurately.
• Help identify ways to reduce downtime and improve manufacturing processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised working environment.
• Support wider production and continuous improvement activities when required.

Person Specification

• Previous experience setting and operating CNC machinery within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using Fanuc controls is strongly preferred.
• An NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds qualification or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering, machining or manufacturing.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good practical skills, manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• A strong understanding of quality standards and safe working practices.
• Basic CNC programming knowledge would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workload.
• A positive attitude and willingness to continue learning.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider production team.

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering a salary of £43,200 inclusive of shift allowance. You will rotate weekly between the 6.00am–2.00pm and 2.00pm–10.00pm shifts, with an early finish every Friday. The company also offers a competitive pension, ongoing training and development, and opportunities for longer-term career progression.

Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.