CNC Setter/Operator – Training & Growth, Late Shift (Maldon)

Tap Zenn; Heybridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Late shift position - 2pm to midnight

No weekend working

Training in all disciplines

20 days holiday + 8 holidays

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Work wear provided including safety**

Potential for flexible working

Job summary

Tap Zenn, based in Maldon, Essex, is seeking a CNC Setter/Operator to join our precision engineering team. The role covers setting and operating CNC lathes (Citizen and Miyano with Mitsubishi controls) from technical drawings, on an afternoon/evening shift Monday to Friday, with start times 2:00–4:00 pm and a finish at midnight.

We offer training in CNC Sliding Head and Fixed Head technology, a clean and safe working environment, and opportunities for progression within a growing company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in CNC turning.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Knowledge of tool data, thread geometry, and tool charts.
• Solid mechanical engineering background.
• Willingness to learn CNC Sliding Head and Fixed Head technology.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC machines (training provided)
• Produce precision components directly from technical drawings
• Work to tight tolerances across a range of materials
• Program CNC machines when required (training provided)
• Contribute to continuous improvement in machining methods and workshop practices

Skills

CNC turning

Multi-axis turning

Reading drawings

Tool data & geometry

Problem solving

Tools

Mitsubishi controls

Job description

Tap Zenn, based in Maldon, Essex, is seeking a CNC Setter/Operator to join our precision engineering team. The role covers setting and operating CNC lathes (Citizen and Miyano with Mitsubishi controls) from technical drawings, on an afternoon/evening shift Monday to Friday, with start times 2:00–4:00 pm and a finish at midnight.

We offer training in CNC Sliding Head and Fixed Head technology, a clean and safe working environment, and opportunities for progression within a growing company.