CNC Setter Operator — Precision Components (2 Shifts)

Michael Page; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual holiday

Defined contribution pension

Life assurance

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a CNC Setter Operator in Birmingham to set and operate CNC machinery to produce components to engineering drawings. You will prepare machines, fit tooling, set offsets, read drawings, inspect parts, adjust as needed and work with the Engineering & Manufacturing team to meet daily production plans.

The role offers a competitive salary, 33 days holiday, a defined contribution pension and life assurance.

Qualifications

• Practical experience setting and operating CNC machinery.
• Reading engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Confident selecting and fitting tools, setting offsets and adjustments.
• Experience checking machined components against measurements and tolerances.
• Careful approach to maintaining consistent quality throughout production runs.
• Knowledge of safe working practices within engineering/manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC machines to produce components in line with engineering drawings and production requirements.
• Prepare machines for production by fitting tooling, setting work offsets and loading suitable programmes.
• Read and interpret technical drawings to ensure each component meets the required dimensions.
• Inspect completed parts using appropriate measuring equipment and record results where required.
• Make controlled adjustments to machine settings to maintain product quality and minimise waste.
• Monitor machine performance during production and identify issues that may affect output.
• Carry out routine machine checks and keep work areas clean, safe and organised.
• Work closely with the Engineering & Manufacturing team to meet daily production plans.

Skills

CNC operation

Reading drawings

Tool setting

Quality inspection

Dimensional measurement

Safety practices

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a CNC Setter Operator in Birmingham to set and operate CNC machinery to produce components to engineering drawings. You will prepare machines, fit tooling, set offsets, read drawings, inspect parts, adjust as needed and work with the Engineering & Manufacturing team to meet daily production plans.

The role offers a competitive salary, 33 days holiday, a defined contribution pension and life assurance.