Cnc Setter Operator

Thrive Employment; Dudley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days' holiday per year

Bank holidays

Probationary period

Training provided

Job summary

Thrive Employment is seeking an experienced CNC Setter/Operator in Dudley to join a professional manufacturing team. You will set and run CNC lathes and vertical machining centres to produce high‑quality components from detailed drawings.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, using measuring gauges, and performing self‑inspections to ensure tight tolerances. Excellent attention to detail and safe working practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC lathes.
• Reading and working from technical drawings.
• Ability to use manual measuring equipment and gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC lathes to produce precision components.
• Set and operate CNC vertical machining centres.
• Produce parts from drawings to tight tolerances.
• Perform own quality inspections on finished components.
• Maintain clean, safe and organized work area.
• Follow health, safety and welfare procedures at all times.

Skills

CNC setting

CNC operation

Reading drawings

Measuring with gauges

Quality inspection

Attention to detail

Initiative

Tools

Fanuc 32/6T

HAAS/Midas controls

Job description

CNC Setter / Operator

Location: Dudley

Salary: £15.00 – £17.00 per hour, dependent on experience

Hours: 37 hours per week

Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time

Excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Setter / Operator

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated CNC Setter / Operator to join their production machine shop.

Working as part of our clients’ manufacturing team, you will be responsible for setting and operating CNC machinery to produce high-quality, precision components to technical drawings and tight tolerances.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC machinist looking to join a professional manufacturing environment offering a stable 37-hour working week and competitive hourly rates.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting and operating CNC lathes to produce precision components
• Setting and operating CNC vertical machining centres
• Working from technical engineering drawings to manufacture components accurately and to tight tolerances
• Carrying out your own quality inspections to ensure components meet the required specification
• Working closely with supervisors and managers to ensure production targets and requirements are achieved efficientlyOperating manual centre lathes and drilling machines when required
• Completing simple manual machining tasks as necessary
• Monitoring machine fluid levels and replenishing as required
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised machine and working area
• Following all company health, safety and welfare procedures at all times

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience setting and operating CNC lathes
• Experience setting and operating CNC vertical machining centres would be advantageous, although training can be provided
• The ability to read and work accurately from technical engineering drawings
• Experience using manual measuring equipment and gauges
• Experience operating manual centre lathes and drilling machines
• A strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• The ability to work effectively under supervision
• The confidence to use your own initiative when required
• A reliable, conscientious and flexible approach to work
• A strong commitment to health and safety

CNC Controls

Experience with the following control systems would be beneficial:

• Fanuc 32 and 6T – CNC lathes
• Mitsubishi Midas
• HAAS M18 – vertical machining centres

However, full training can be provided on the company's specific control systems where required, so candidates with strong CNC setting and operating experience are encouraged to apply.

Working Hours

37 hours per week

Monday – Thursday: 7:30am – 4:00pm

(30-minute lunch break)

Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pm

Pay & Benefits

• £15.00 – £17.00 per hour, depending on experience
• 37-hour working week
• 22 days' holiday per year, in addition to bank holidays and the Christmas/New Year shutdown period
• Initial 6-month probationary period
• Stable position within an established OEM manufacturing environment
• Training provided where required