CNC Setter Operator

Owen Daniels; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision manufacturing company in Tyseley is seeking a CNC Setter Operator to efficiently set up and operate CNC machines. The ideal candidate should have experience with 5 axis machining and must be familiar with FANUC programming. This permanent position offers an excellent salary plus shift premiums, and the role involves working within a Lean production environment, producing quality components while ensuring adherence to customer requirements.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Shift premium

Permanent position

Qualifications

• Proven experience in setting and operating CNC machines is essential.
• Experience with 5 axis machining and Mill turns is required.
• FANUC experience is necessary for this role.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machine tools efficiently to meet performance levels.
• Produce precision components while adhering to quality standards.
• Inspect parts using CMM and other measuring equipment.
• Read and interpret CNC programs and make minor edits as needed.
• Maintain machines and report faults promptly.
• Support continuous improvement efforts through analysis.

Skills

Setting CNC Machinery

Operating CNC Machinery

5 axis machining

FANUC programming

Small batch work

Job description

CNC Setter Operator

Permanent Position. Excellent Salary + Shift Premium. Double Day Shift.

Shifts:

• Mornings (Monday - Thursday 5:45am - 13:30pm & Friday 5:45am - 12:15pm)
• Afternoons (Monday - Thursday 13:15pm - 21:00pm & Friday 11:45am - 18:15pm)

Precision Manufacturing Business

My client are a precision manufacturing business, based in Birmingham, specialising in machining and assembly of high value low volume components. Working within a Lean production environment using Lean methodologies the CNC Setter / Operator will be required to set and operate the CNC machines efficiently and effectively producing quality components to satisfy customer requirements.

Job Description

• Efficiently set up and operate CNC machine tools to required performance levels.
• Produce precision components in various batch sizes within tolerance and quality standards.
• Inspect parts using measuring equipment (CMM, verniers, micrometers).
• Read and interpret CNC programs, customer drawings, and make minor program edits when required.
• Maintain machines, monitor fluid levels, and report faults promptly.
• Support continuous improvement through root cause analysis and cross-functional teamwork.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform additional duties as required to support production operations.

Essential Skills / Experience / Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of setting and operating CNC Machinery
• Experience in 5 axis machining / Mill turns
• FANUC experience
• Small batch work