CNC Setter/Operator — 4-Day Week, Aerospace Precision

SJR Partners; Preston; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Day Week

Job summary

SJR Partners in Preston is seeking an experienced CNC Setter/Operator to join a busy precision engineering environment. You will set and operate CNC machines across aluminium, titanium and steel, producing high-quality components for demanding industries.

Expect a 4‑day week (38 hours) with £17-£21 per hour DOE. A strong eye for aerospace tolerances (~2 thou) and reading drawings are essential; experience with Mazak, DMG or Hurco machines is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5+ years CNC machining experience preferred.
• Experience setting and operating Mazak, DMG, or Hurco machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience with aluminium, titanium and steel is desirable.
• Able to work to aerospace-level tolerances (~2 thou).
• A reliable, detail‑oriented, and safe worker.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating CNC machinery
• Producing precision components from engineering drawings
• Setting tooling, fixtures and machine offsets
• Checking components throughout the machining process
• Working to tight tolerances and maintaining high-quality standards
• Machining predominantly aluminium, alongside titanium and steel
• Carrying out quality checks and ensuring components meet specification
• Making adjustments to tooling, offsets and programmes where required
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
• Working efficiently to meet production requirements

Skills

CNC Machining

Reading Drawings

Attention to Detail

Quality Checks

Team Collaboration

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Mazak

DMG

Hurco

Job description

SJR Partners in Preston is seeking an experienced CNC Setter/Operator to join a busy precision engineering environment. You will set and operate CNC machines across aluminium, titanium and steel, producing high-quality components for demanding industries.

Expect a 4‑day week (38 hours) with £17-£21 per hour DOE. A strong eye for aerospace tolerances (~2 thou) and reading drawings are essential; experience with Mazak, DMG or Hurco machines is advantageous.