Cnc Setter Operator

Mansell Recruitment Group; Redhill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering firm in Redhill is seeking a skilled CNC Setter & Operator. You will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC milling machines, ensuring that high-precision components meet quality standards while adhering to safety regulations. The ideal candidate should be apprentice trained or time-served with experience in CNC machining, particularly with FANUC, HAAS, Heidenhain, or Mazatrol controlled machines.

Qualifications

• Apprentice trained or time-served engineer in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Previous experience in CNC machining within a precision engineering environment.
• Skilled in setting and operating CNC milling machines.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC milling machines to produce components to required tolerances.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Monitor machining processes and inspect finished parts for accuracy and quality.

Skills

CNC machining

Technical drawing interpretation

Tooling adjustment and optimization

Quality inspection

Education

NVQ / HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FANUC

HAAS

Heidenhain

Mazatrol

Job description

The Role

As a CNC Setter & Operator (Mills), you will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC milling machines to produce high-precision components. You will ensure quality standards are met while maintaining efficiency and adhering to company procedures.

Key Duties

• Set and operate CNC milling machines to produce components to required tolerances.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Adjust machine settings, tooling, and offsets to optimize production.
• Monitor machining processes and inspect finished parts for accuracy and quality.
• Maintain and organise tooling, ensuring everything is in good working order.
• Report any production issues, tooling wear, or drawing discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Ensure targets are met or improved upon where set by management.
• Maintain compliance with company health and safety regulations.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving within the workshop.
• Attend training sessions as required to enhance skills and knowledge.

The Candidate

Apprentice trained or time-served engineer with NVQ / HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline.

Previous experience in CNC machining, ideally within a precision engineering environment.

Skilled in setting and operating FANUC, HAAS, Heidenhain, or Mazatrol controlled CNC mills.

Ability to work from engineering drawings...