Cnc Setter Operator

James Kirby associates Ltd; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Company pension

Training & development

Job summary

James Kirby associates Ltd is seeking CNC Setter Operators for turning or milling in its precision engineering facility in the United Kingdom. The role offers full-time permanent employment with development and training opportunities, plus competitive hourly pay and premium overtime.

Successful candidates will have proven experience in CNC turning or milling, with familiarity across Fanuc, Heidenhain or Mazak controls.

Qualifications

• Proven experience setting and operating CNC milling machines or CNC lathes.
• Experience with Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mazak or similar controls.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and inspect your own work.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating CNC milling machines or lathes, depending on experience (full setting training provided).
• Running established programs, making minor edits and adjusting offsets.
• Setting tools and producing first-off components for approval.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Inspecting components using measuring equipment.
• Completing quality and inspection documentation.
• Monitoring production output and maintaining quality standards.
• Carrying out routine machine checks and basic maintenance.

Skills

CNC turning

CNC milling

Fanuc controls

Measuring tools

Engineering drawings

Quality documentation

Tools

Fanuc controls

Heidenhain controls

Mazak controls

Job description

CNC Setter Operator – Turning or Milling

• Development and Training Opportunities- Full setting training on offer
• £16.00-£16.50 per hour + premium overtime
• Full-time, permanent

We are recruiting CNC Setter Operators of all levels to join a growing precision engineering manufacturer operating from a state-of-the-art facility.

With continued investment in new machinery and increasing demand for its own engineered product range, the company is expanding its machining team. These additional permanent positions have been created through business growth, offering long‑term opportunities with training, development and strong earning potential.

Applications are welcome from candidates with either CNC turning OR CNC Milling experience.

CNC Setter Operator -The role

Working with modern CNC machinery, your responsibilities will include:

• Setting and operating CNC milling machines or lathes, depending on your experience. (Full setting training can be provided)
• Running established programs, making minor edits and adjusting offsets.
• Setting tools and producing first-off components for approval.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Inspecting components using appropriate measuring equipment.
• Completing quality and inspection documentation.
• Monitoring production output and maintaining quality standards.
• Carrying out routine machine checks and basic maintenance.

CNC Setter Operator - What we’re looking for

• Proven experience setting and operating CNC milling machines or CNC lathes.
• Experience with Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mazak or similar controls.
• Confidence making program edits, tool changes and offset adjustments.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings and inspect your own work.
• A reliable, quality‑focused approach and good communication skills.

There will be opportunities to grow your skillset working on the latest CNC technology/ Machines.

CNC Setter Operator - Salary and Benefits

Rotating early and late shifts:

• Monday to Thursday: 6:00am–2:00pm / 2:00pm–10:00pm
• Early finishes on Fridays
• Plenty of optional overtime available, paid at premium rates.

CNC Setter Operator - What’s on offer

• Permanent employment with a growing manufacturer.
• A modern, clean and well‑equipped working environment.
• Continued investment in advanced CNC machinery.
• Training and opportunities to develop your machining skills.
• Long-term progression opportunities as the business expands.
• 33 days’ holiday.
• Company pension