CNC Tool Setter

Bolt-On Personnel Ltd; Kings Langley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision manufacturing company in Kings Langley is seeking a meticulous CNC Tool Setter to join their team. This role involves setting and preparing tools for CNC machines, maintaining an organized workspace, and ensuring production readiness. Ideal candidates will have experience in CNC operations, strong organisational skills, and attention to detail. Competitive salary and opportunities for overtime are offered in a state-of-the-art facility.

Benefits

State-of-the-art machine shop

Career progression opportunities

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Company pension

Qualifications

• Prior experience in CNC Operating and/or Tool Setting.
• Understanding of different cutting tools and drills.
• Detail-oriented and well-organised.

Responsibilities

• Setting tools as per tooling setup sheets.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the tool‑setting area.
• Ordering tooling supplies as needed.
• Preparing raw materials for machining processes.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Experience in CNC Operating/Tool Setting

Job description

Location & Salary

CNC Tool Setter – Kings Langley, Hertfordshire – Competitive salary (negotiable, dependent on experience)

Benefits

• State‑of‑the‑art machine shop with cutting‑edge CNC tools and equipment
• Transparent, approachable, inclusive management team
• Career progression opportunities and staff development
• Friendly and welcoming working environment
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Company pension
• PPE supplied

Company Profile

An established precision CNC manufacturing company specialising in high‑quality components for Aerospace, Defence, Motorsport and Robotics. Operating within a modern, high‑spec engineering facility, the company is committed to excellence and continuous improvement, utilising the latest CNC machine tools and software.

Job Profile

Due to continued growth and investment in state‑of‑the‑art CNC technology, we are looking for a meticulous and experienced CNC Machinist (Tool Setter) to join our team.

As the ideal candidate, you will be detail‑oriented, well‑organised and able to manage tooling efficiently to ensure seamless production processes.

The role involves setting and preparing tools for CNC machines, maintaining organisation in the tool‑setting area and ensuring tools are ready for production in a timely manner. You will also be responsible for maintaining and managing tooling equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Setting tools in holders as per tooling setup sheets
• Breaking down tools upon job completion
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the tool‑setting area
• Ensuring tool holders are cleaned and in good working order
• Managing workload efficiently to meet production demands
• Ordering tooling supplies as needed
• Preparing raw materials for machining processes
• Maintaining vices and other workshop equipment

Skills & Experience

• Strong organisational and housekeeping skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Prior experience in CNC Operating and/or Tool Setting, and an understanding of different cutting tools, drills, and insert tools

Hours of Work

40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM) – Overtime available (regular 5 to 10+ hours per week, paid at x1.5).

Application

If you are a detail‑oriented CNC professional looking to work in a state‑of‑the‑art facility with a commitment to precision engineering, we encourage you to apply.

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