CNC Setter Operator (Aerospace) - Flexible Hours

Gap Personnel Limited; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Pension Scheme 6% to 7%

Enhanced holiday 24 days + UK holidays

Life Assurance

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Flexitime

Early finish on Fridays

Sports and Social Club

Free car parking

Gym access

Onsite café

Job summary

Gap Personnel Limited in Southend-on-Sea is seeking an experienced CNC Setter Operator to join our manufacturing team producing high-quality aerospace components. You will set and operate CNC milling machines from engineering drawings to ensure parts meet tight tolerances and deadlines.

Working hours are 39 hours per week, with a Monday–Thursday 08:00–17:00 and Friday 08:00–13:00 schedule. A strong attention to detail and aerospace/precision experience is advantageous for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC milling machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of precision measuring equipment and quality inspection.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable, team-focused approach with the ability to meet production deadlines.
• Aerospace or precision engineering experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC milling machines to manufacture components to tight tolerances.
• Interpret engineering drawings and use precision measuring equipment to inspect finished parts.
• Ensure production targets, quality standards and deadlines are met.
• Complete manufacturing paperwork accurately.
• Support and mentor colleagues where required.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, health and safety.
• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure efficient production.

Skills

CNC setup

CNC milling

Drawing interpretation

Quality inspection

Tools

Calipers

Job description

Gap Personnel Limited in Southend-on-Sea is seeking an experienced CNC Setter Operator to join our manufacturing team producing high-quality aerospace components. You will set and operate CNC milling machines from engineering drawings to ensure parts meet tight tolerances and deadlines.

Working hours are 39 hours per week, with a Monday–Thursday 08:00–17:00 and Friday 08:00–13:00 schedule. A strong attention to detail and aerospace/precision experience is advantageous for this role.