CNC Setter / Operator

Masstemps Ltd; Walsall; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Masstemps Ltd is seeking an experienced CNC Setter/Operator to join a busy precision engineering shop near Walsall. You will set up, programme and run CNC turning and milling machines to manufacture precision components from engineering drawings.

You will also operate grinding equipment and perform first-off inspections, using micrometers and calipers to ensure tight tolerances. The role requires independent work and a commitment to high-quality output.

Qualifications

• Experience programming CNC turning and milling to job specs.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Experience using precision measuring tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining issues.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.
• Ability to work to production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and programme CNC turning and milling machines.
• Create and edit CNC programmes to job specs.
• Set tooling and adjust cutting parameters for accuracy.
• Operate grinding machines including cylindrical, centreless, surface and form.
• Read drawings, specs and tolerances.
• Select tools and work-holding devices.
• Perform first-off inspections and in-process checks.
• Measure with micrometers, verniers, calipers and gauges.
• Make offsets and adjustments for dimensional accuracy.
• Produce one-off parts and small to medium batches.
• Identify and resolve machining issues.
• Maintain machinery and report faults.

Skills

CNC Programming

CNC Turning

CNC Milling

Grinding machine operation

Engineering drawing interpretation

Measurement with gauges

Problem solving

Independent work

Tools

Cylindrical grinding

Centreless grinding

Surface grinding

Form grinding

Micrometers

Verniers

Calipers

Job description

Masstemps is currently recruiting for an experienced

CNC Setter / Operator to join a well-established and busy manufacturing company based near the

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THE JOB

• Set, operate and programme CNC turning and milling machines to manufacture precision-engineered components.
• Create and edit CNC programmes to suit job requirements, component specifications and engineering drawings.
• Set up machines, select tooling and adjust cutting parameters to achieve accurate results.
• Operate a range of grinding machinery, including cylindrical, centreless, surface and form grinding machines.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and tolerances.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, grinding wheels and work-holding equipment for each job.
• Carry out first-off inspections and in-process quality checks to ensure components meet specifications.
• Use precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, verniers, callipers and gauges.
• Make programme offsets and machine adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and surface finish.
• Manufacture both one-off components and small or medium production batches.
• Identify and resolve machining issues, tooling problems and programme errors where possible.
• Maintain machinery, tooling and equipment, reporting faults when necessary.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience as a CNC Setter/Operator with part programming experience within a precision engineering environment.
• Experience setting, operating and programming CNC turning and milling machines.
• Practical experience with cylindrical, centreless, surface and form grinding machinery.
• Ability to create, edit and optimise CNC programmes to manufacture components from engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, geometric dimensions, tolerances and surface finish requirements.
• Experience selecting tooling, setting workpieces and adjusting machine offsets.
• Confident using precision measuring equipment to inspect components and maintain tight tolerances.
• Experience manufacturing precision components to customer specifications.
• Good knowledge of machining processes, cutting parameters and material characteristics.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and rectify machining issues.
• High attention to detail, with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality components.
• Ability to work independently, manage workloads and meet production deadlines.

HOURS OF WORK

Monday to Thursday 07:30am – 16:30pm

Friday 07:30am – 12:30pm