CNC Turning Setter/Operator - Night Shift

Polytec Personnel Ltd; Ely; On-site; GBP 36,563 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Polytec Personnel Ltd in Ely seeks an experienced CNC Setter/Operator for the night shift. You will load, set up, and operate CNC machines, produce first-off components for inspection, and maintain quality by verifying against drawings.

Working 37.5 hours over 6pm–6:30am (Mon-Wed) on a permanent basis, with a 25% shift allowance and a competitive hourly rate of £15–£16 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Fanuc controls or similar CNC systems.
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specs.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Load, set up, and operate CNC machines in accordance with production requirements.
• Manufacture first‑off components for inspection and approval before commencing full production.
• Maintain responsibility for quality control by recording and verifying components against engineering drawing specifications.
• Monitor machine performance throughout production to maximise efficiency and output.
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement opportunities across manufacturing processes.
• Read, interpret, and work accurately from engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Carry out routine maintenance and basic servicing of equipment and machinery within your area of responsibility, in line with your skills and training.

Skills

Fanuc CNC controls

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

Location: Ely (CB7)

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours, 6pm - 6:30am Monday to Wednesday (Night shift)

Salary: £15 - £16 ph depending on experience, plus a 25% shift allowance

Job Reference: 36243

We are looking for an experienced CNC Setter/Operator to join the night shift team for our Ely based client.

Responsibilities

• Load, set up, and operate CNC machines in accordance with production requirements
• Manufacture first‑off components for inspection and approval before commencing full production
• Maintain responsibility for quality control by recording and verifying components against engineering drawing specifications
• Monitor machine performance throughout production to maximise efficiency and output
• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement opportunities across manufacturing processes
• Read, interpret, and work accurately from engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Carry out routine maintenance and basic servicing of equipment and machinery within your area of responsibility, in line with your skills and training

Requirements

• Experience operating Fanuc controls or similar CNC control systems
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to producing high‑quality work
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve machining or production issues efficiently

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below.