CNC Setter/Operator — Multi-Axis Machining Pro

Spirax-Sarco Engineering; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Generous holiday allowance

Volunteer leave

Job summary

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, seeks a CNC Setter/Operator in Falmouth to join the machine shop. You will set and operate CNC equipment to produce high-quality machined parts for biopharma, medical, water, food, and other critical industries.

You will support fixed head CNC lathes, multi-axis milling, and 10-axis CNC sliding head turning, while maintaining TPM standards and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment within a machine shop.
• Relevant engineering qualification and/or demonstrated CNC turning experience.
• Keen eye for detail and drive for process improvement.
• Ability to work with others to achieve team goals.
• Willingness to mentor and train apprentices and operators.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate equipment in the Watson-Marlow machine shop to ensure products meet quality specs and are delivered on time.
• Maximise machine utilisation by coordinating with other operators.
• Promote Environmental Health and Safety practices throughout the machine shop.
• Collaborate with the production team to deliver components as planned.
• Use knowledge to drive best practices and maintain TPM standards.
• Support TPM team and the GEM/Lean initiatives where required.
• Adhere to company values and participate in 5S activities in the workshop.
• Work with team leaders and technicians for personal development and SOP improvement.
• Assist quality team with RCCA (Root Cause and Corrective Action).

Skills

CNC turning

Machining

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Mentoring apprentices

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

CNC machines

Fixed Head CNC lathes

Milling equipment

Job description

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, seeks a CNC Setter/Operator in Falmouth to join the machine shop. You will set and operate CNC equipment to produce high-quality machined parts for biopharma, medical, water, food, and other critical industries.

You will support fixed head CNC lathes, multi-axis milling, and 10-axis CNC sliding head turning, while maintaining TPM standards and continuous improvement.