CNC Setter: Turn & Tooling Specialist | Growth & Training

Grassroots Recruitment Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension

Ongoing training and development

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Grassroots Recruitment Ltd in Stockport is seeking an experienced CNC Setter for a full-time, rotating shift role. You will set and operate CNC turning machinery, install tooling and fixtures, and adjust tool geometry to maintain quality and efficiency.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with Fanuc controls. A relevant NVQ3/City & Guilds and safety-conscious approach will help you excel, with ongoing training and career progression

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience setting and operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Knowledge of quality standards and safe working practices.
• Basic CNC programming knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machinery.
• Install and set tooling, workholding equipment and fixtures.
• Input and adjust tool geometry and wear offsets.
• Record setting adjustments and process changes accurately.
• Identify and resolve machining issues within agreed parameters.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.

Skills

CNC experience

Fanuc controls

Reading drawings

Manual dexterity

Quality standards

CNC programming (basic)

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in mechanical engineering

Tools

CNC turning machinery

Fanuc controls

Job description

Grassroots Recruitment Ltd in Stockport is seeking an experienced CNC Setter for a full-time, rotating shift role. You will set and operate CNC turning machinery, install tooling and fixtures, and adjust tool geometry to maintain quality and efficiency.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with Fanuc controls. A relevant NVQ3/City & Guilds and safety-conscious approach will help you excel, with ongoing training and career progression