CNC Setter Operator-Training, Progression & Shift Premium

West Midlands and Worcestershire Perm Hub; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Training & progression

Modern CNC machinery

Job summary

West Midlands and Worcestershire Perm Hub in Birmingham area seeks an experienced CNC Setter Operator to set and run CNC milling, turning and related machinery, producing precision components from engineering drawings.

You will join a modern production environment with training and clear progression paths, including a competitive rate with shift allowances. A two-year CNC background and the ability to read drawings are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience setting and operating CNC machinery.
• Experience with CNC milling centres (VMC) or VMG machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment (verniers, micrometers, gauges).

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC milling, turning, and other production machinery.
• Produce precision components to drawings and tolerances.
• Install tooling, jigs, fixtures, and cutting tools.
• Carry out tool changes, offsets, and minor programme edits.
• Perform first-off and in-process inspections with precision measuring equipment.
• Maintain quality and document production traceability.

Skills

CNC experience

Reading drawings

Measurement accuracy

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Engineering apprenticeship (Level 3)

Tools

VMC CNC milling

VMG machines

Job description

West Midlands and Worcestershire Perm Hub in Birmingham area seeks an experienced CNC Setter Operator to set and run CNC milling, turning and related machinery, producing precision components from engineering drawings.

You will join a modern production environment with training and clear progression paths, including a competitive rate with shift allowances. A two-year CNC background and the ability to read drawings are essential.