CNC Setter Operative (Part time)

Futura Design; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Futura Design in Birmingham is seeking a CNC Setter Operative to join the team on a 30-hour part-time week, with shifts 16:00-22:00 Monday-Thursday and 10:00-16:00 Fridays. The role involves programming, setting and operating 3- and 5-axis CNC machinery to produce finished components from slab stock, with a focus on quality and efficiency.

You will troubleshoot during production, maintain safety standards, and work with FANUC controls, Haas machines and Powermill.

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 Standard Operating Procedures to meet quality standards and delivery.
• Comply with Health and Safety regulations at all times and maintain a safe working environment.
• Correct any errors in job programmes or settings to minimise waste and re-work.
• Carry out quality assurance checks and report imperfections.
• Ensure continuous monitoring of operations and product quality.
• Liaise with design/engineering to create job programmes to specification.
• Use lift trucks to move materials and finished goods as necessary.
• Track stock levels using basic computer systems.
• Maintain records in line with audit requirements.
• Comply with all technical documentation.

Skills

CNC Programming

Setting & Operating

Reading drawings

Time management

Problem solving

Quality control

Teamwork

Education

Basic literacy and numeracy

Tools

FANUC controls

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. Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.

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.

Experience

Essential Experience, Skills, Knowledge and Personal Profile Required:

• 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