CNC Setter Operative (Part Time)

Futura Design; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Futura Design in Birmingham is seeking a CNC Setter Operator to join our manufacturing team on a 30-hour part-time week, with shifts Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 and Fri 10:00–16:00.

The role covers programming, setting and operating 3- and 5-axis CNC milling machinery, converting slabs into finished form product, and ensuring quality and safety. You will follow procedures, troubleshoot issues, and document processes as part of the production team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of online CNC programming, setting and operating.
• Good understanding of engineering drawings.
• Basic literacy and numeracy.

Responsibilities

• Programme, set and operate 3 and 5 axis CNC machinery to produce and finish syntactic materials.
• Adhere to Production Schedules and SOPs to meet quality specs and timelines.
• Comply with Health and Safety regulations at all times.
• Correct any errors in job programmes or settings promptly to minimise waste.
• Carry out quality assurance checks and report imperfections.
• Maintain records in line with audit requirements and procedures.
• Ensure the department stays at the cutting edge of CNC machining capability.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setting

CNC operation

Engineering drawings

Quality control

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

ISO9001 familiarity

Education

Basic literacy and numeracy

Tools

FANUC controls

Autodesk Powermill

Haas CNC

Job description

Our client based in Frankley, Birmingham, is searching for a CNC Setter Operative to join their team on a 30-hour part time working week over 5 days between Monday to Thursday, 16:00-22:00 and on Fridays, 10:00-16:00.

Summary of position:

This role involves the day-to-day programming, setting and operation of the CNC milling machinery, converting slab stock from our Leicester facility into finished form product ready for coating and finishing. The post-holder will be programming and setting jobs on both our 3- and 5- axis CNC machinery, as well as troubleshooting any issues that come up during jobs.

Primary Responsibilities / Key Accountabilities:

• Programme, set and operate 3 and 5 axis CNC machinery, to produce and finish syntactic materials.
• Adhere to Production Schedules and Standard Operating Procedures in order to produce product in line with quality specifications, on time.
• Comply with Health and Safety regulations at all times, taking responsibility for safety of self and others, reporting concerns or hazards immediately.
• Correct any errors in job programmes or setting at the earliest possibility, minimising waste and re-work and checking the new settings reliably produce Grade A product.
• Carry out quality assurance checks and report any imperfections.
• Ensure continuous monitoring / review of operations and product to ensure quality assurance.
• Carry out housekeeping and basic maintenance duties.
• Liaise with Head of Design and Engineering to create job programmes to specification.
• Use lift trucks to move unfinished materials and finished goods around the facility as necessary.
• Use basic computer systems to track stock levels and product lifecycle data.
• Report any incidents of non-conformance to Line Manager.
• Maintain records in line with audit requirements and established procedures.
• Comply with all technical documentation.
• Ensuring the department is at the cutting edge of CNC machining capability, including fixturing, tooling and software utilisation.

Essential Experience, Skills, Knowledge and Personal Profile Required:

Experience:

• 3+ years of online CNC Programming, Setting and Operating.
• Good understanding of Engineering drawings.

Qualities and Attitude:

• Right first-time mentality.
• A strong work ethic and accountability.
• Quick problem solver.
• Positive and professional attitude.
• 'Can do' attitude.
• Flexible.
• Proactive.
• An eye for detail and focus on quality control.
• Logical approach to problem solving.
• Good Communication.

Product Knowledge:

• FANUC controls.
• Autodesk Powermill (Programming Software).
• Haas CNC machinery.

Qualifications & Training:

• Basic literacy and numeracy.

Desirable Experience, Skills, Knowledge and Personal Profile Requested:

• Manufacturer CNC Programming training.
• Working to ISO9001 and ISO45001 Standards.

Essential Competencies Required:

• Strong Time Management Skills.
• Problem-Solving Approach.
• Ability to process alphanumeric data, spot errors and anomalies.
• Excellent attention to detail and adherence to quality standards and specifications