CNC Setter Operators

HR GO Recruitment; Ely; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Attendance bonus/Long service awards

Flexible start times

Job summary

HR GO Recruitment is seeking a CNC Setter/Operator to set, run and support CNC lathes or mills on day or night shifts in the UK. The role focuses on hands-on shopfloor operation with opportunities to advance through programming duties.

Starting salaries depend on experience, with shift premiums reflected in the overall package. You must be able to read drawings, work well in a team and contribute to continuous improvement. Competitive pension benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Setter/Operator (turning and/or milling).
• Experience with Fanuc controls preferred but cross training is possible.
• Strong drawing interpretation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC Lathes or Mills to achieve safe, consistent output.
• Load programs and set tooling/offsets to meet component requirements.
• Produce first-off components for inspection and approval.
• Record and self-check quality outputs to drawing specifications.
• Monitor machine performance to maintain optimum outputs.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings (including complex drawings).
• Carry out routine maintenance within your capability and area.
• Support continuous improvement in processes and methods.

Skills

CNC Setter/Operator

Fanuc controls

Drawing interpretation

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Job description

CNC Setter / Operators (Turning or Milling) - (Days =4 day week or Nights = 3 day week)

New opportunities for CNC Setter/Operators to set, run and support CNC Lathes or Mills on day shift or night shift.

These are hand-on shopfloor roles focused on strong setting and operating skills - (note that stated salary range includes shift premiums), CNC programming experience is an advantage and could command higher salary rates than stated.

The role (responsibilities)

• Set and operate CNC Lathes or Mills to achieve safe, consistent output
• Load programs and set tooling/offsets to meet component requirements
• Produce first-off components for inspection and approval
• Record and self-check quality outputs to drawing specifications
• Monitor machine performance to maintain optimum outputs
• Read and interpret engineering drawings (including complex drawings)
• Carry out routine maintenance within your capability and area
• Support continuous improvement in processes and methods

What we're looking for (essential)

• Proven experience as a CNC Setter/Operator (turning and/or milling)
• Experience with Fanuc controls is preferred but cross training is possible.
• Strong drawing interpretation and attention to detail
• Comfortable working as part of a team and independently
• Good problem-solving skills

Desirable (bonus)

• CNC programming experience
• Aerospace experience

What's on offer

• Day shift: 37.5 hours over a 4-day week (Mon-Thu) - Fridays free
• Night shift: 37.5 hours over a 3-day week
• Flexible start and finish times
• Company pension scheme
• Attendance bonus/Long service awards

These are permanent jobs with starting salaries dependant on experience and shift. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. We aim to respond to all applications.