CNC Setter Operator

Pertemps Specialist Talent Solutions

Tyseley

On-site

GBP 23,000 - 26,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Pertemps Specialist Talent Solutions is partnering with a manufacturing business in Birmingham to hire a CNC Setter Operator. You will set and operate CNC milling and turning centres to manufacture precision components from engineering drawings, with a rotating weekly shift and a 20% shift allowance.

The role requires 2+ years of CNC experience, tooling changes, and a good grasp of measurements. Training and progression opportunities are provided in a modern, quality-driven environment.

Qualifications

Experience setting and operating CNC machinery in manufacturing.
Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.
Competent in tool changes, offset adjustments and basic programme edits.

Responsibilities

Set and operate CNC milling, turning, and other production machinery.
Produce precision components to engineering drawings and tolerances.
Select and install tooling, jigs, fixtures and cutting tools.
Carry out tool changes, offset adjustments and minor programme edits.
Perform first-off and in-process inspections with precision measuring equipment.
Ensure components meet quality standards before progressing.
Collaborate with Production Coordinators and Engineers to optimise cycle times.
Report machine faults and production issues promptly.
Maintain production documentation and traceability.
Assist in training colleagues where appropriate.
Follow schedules and meet daily targets.
Maintain 5S housekeeping and safe working practices.

Skills

CNC Milling

Reading Engineering Drawings

Tooling Changes

Precision Measurement

Education

GCSE Maths/English

Engineering Apprenticeship (Level 3) advantageous

Tools

CNC Milling Centres (VMC)

Vertical Machining Centres

VMG machines

Job description

CNC Setter Operator

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £14.94 + 20% shift allowance

Hours: 38 hours per week

Shift Pattern (Rotating Weekly)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced CNC Setter Operator to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business. This permanent position offers excellent training, competitive pay, career progression, and the opportunity to work with modern CNC machinery in a quality-driven production environment.

If you have experience setting and operating CNC machining centres and take pride in producing precision-engineered components, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

The Role

Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, you will be responsible for setting and operating CNC milling, turning, and other production machinery to manufacture precision components to engineering drawings and customer specifications.

Working closely with the production and engineering teams, you will ensure machines are running efficiently, maintaining high quality standards while meeting production schedules and performance targets.

Key Responsibilities

Set and operate CNC milling, turning, and other production machinery.
Produce precision-engineered components to engineering drawings and specified tolerances.
Select and install tooling, jigs, fixtures, and cutting tools.
Carry out tool changes, offset adjustments, and minor programme amendments where required.
Perform first-off and in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment.
Ensure all components meet quality standards before progressing through production.
Work with Production Coordinators and Engineers to optimise cycle times and machine performance.
Report machine faults and production issues promptly.
Maintain accurate production documentation and full product traceability.
Support and assist in training colleagues where appropriate.
Follow production schedules and achieve daily manufacturing targets.
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in line with 5S principles.
Work safely at all times, following company Health & Safety procedures.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A minimum of 2 years' experience setting and operating CNC machinery within a manufacturing environment.
Experience operating CNC Milling Centres (VMC), Vertical Machining Centres, VMG machines, or similar CNC equipment.
Experience carrying out tooling changes, offset adjustments, and basic programme edits.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Experience using precision measuring equipment including verniers, micrometers, and gauges.
Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English are desirable, with a Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship considered advantageous.

What's on Offer?

Permanent full-time opportunity.
Competitive hourly rate with shift allowance.
Pay progression following successful completion of training.
Weekly rotating shift pattern with an early finish every Friday.
Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
Modern manufacturing environment with high-quality equipment.
Stable, long-term employment with opportunities for progression.
Supportive and collaborative team culture.

If you're an experienced CNC Setter Operator looking to join a forward-thinking manufacturing business where your skills will be valued and developed, we'd love to hear from you.

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