CNC Setter Operator 4 Day Week

The Clever Fish Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in York is looking for skilled CNC Operators to set and operate high-speed machining equipment. Candidates must have experience with CNC machinery, a solid understanding of engineering drawings, and the ability to uphold high standards of quality and efficiency. This role involves meticulous record-keeping and adherence to safety protocols. Competitive pay rates starting at £17.30 per hour with opportunities for increases after training. Apply now to join a team that values precision and reliability.

Benefits

Free life assurance (3× annual salary)

21 days holidays + bank holidays

Company sick pay after 6 months

Paid time for hospital appointments

Paid time for doctor or dentist appointments

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating CNC machinery within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings, measurement tools, and machining processes.
• Mechanically minded, reliable, and confident working independently to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate high-speed CNC machines.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Perform basic editing of CNC programmes.
• Uphold high standards of product quality.
• Follow all safety systems and operational procedures.

Skills

CNC machinery operation

Understanding of engineering drawings

Measurement tools

Machining processes

Reliability

Job description

Pay & Hours

1st 6 months: £17.30 per hour, 40 hours paid per week, Monday to Thursday 7.00 am to 5.30 pm.

After training (approx 6 months): £17.92 per hour plus £3.18 shift allowance = £21.10 per hour, 44 hours paid per week, 6.30 am to 6.00 pm – 4 on 4 off rolling shift pattern.

Benefits

• Free life assurance (3× annual salary)
• 21 days holidays + bank holidays (increasing to 24 days over 5 years)
• Company sick pay after 6‑month probation, increasing with service
• Paid time for hospital appointments (up to 4 h)
• Paid time for doctor or dentist appointments (up to 2 h)

Essential to Apply

• Proven experience operating CNC machinery within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings, measurement tools, and machining processes.
• Mechanically minded, reliable, and confident working independently to high standards of accuracy and quality.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Set and operate high‑speed CNC machines to perform milling, drilling, tapping, and other machining tasks.
• Carry out general operation and supervision of additional workshop machinery.
• Ensure tooling, fixtures, and CNC programmes are available prior to production.
• Maintain accurate production records, including component counts and scrap levels.
• Uphold high standards of product quality and efficient output.
• Read and interpret mechanical and engineering drawings.
• Perform basic editing of CNC programmes and tool tables when required.
• Take ownership of component quality and related documentation.
• Check and replace tooling and cutters as necessary.
• Prepare and load raw materials and components onto machines.
• Check and refill lubricant levels.
• Apply a strong understanding of CNC 3‑axis and 4‑axis machining and Renishaw probing.
• Follow all company safety systems and operational procedures.

Please apply online and phone Adam Dyson anytime including evenings & weekends.

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