Computer Numerical Control Machinist

Mansell Recruitment Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Training and development opportunities

Long-term opportunity in manufacturing

Job summary

Mansell Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Setter/Operator for a well-established engineering environment in Northampton. You will set up, prove out and optimise CNC lathes, ensuring machines are prepared and running efficiently to produce high-precision components.

Responsibilities include tooling changes, offset adjustments, reading drawings, performing in-process inspections and maintaining quality. The role offers a 4-day week and ongoing training within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience setting CNC turning machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Proficient with in-process inspection using precision gauges.
• Strong commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Set and prepare CNC turning machinery for production.
• Carry out tooling changes, tool setting and offset adjustments.
• Read and work from engineering drawings and production documentation.
• Ensure machines are correctly set and producing components to specification.
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments where required.
• Carry out dimensional checks using standard inspection equipment.
• Identify tooling, machine or process issues and take appropriate action.
• Support production operators with technical and setting requirements.
• Replace tooling when required and maintain consistent machining performance.
• Help maintain production efficiency and minimise machine downtime.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working area.
• Complete relevant production and quality records.
• Work closely with production and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Follow company procedures and all relevant health & safety requirements.

Skills

CNC turning

Read engineering drawings

Inspection with measuring equipment

Quality conscious

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Cnc Turner Setter Operator to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting, proving out and optimising CNC lathes, ensuring machines are correctly prepared and running efficiently to manufacture high-quality, precision-engineered components.

The role will involve machine setup, tooling changes, offset adjustments and process control, alongside supporting operators during production runs. You will also be responsible for carrying out in-process quality checks and responding to any production or quality issues to minimise downtime and scrap.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong background in CNC turning and machine setting who takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality components.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and prepare CNC turning machinery for production.
• Carry out tooling changes, tool setting and offset adjustments.
• Read and work from engineering drawings and production documentation.
• Ensure machines are correctly set and producing components to specification.
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments where required.
• Carry out dimensional checks using standard inspection equipment.
• Identify tooling, machine or process issues and take appropriate action.
• Support production operators with technical and setting requirements.
• Replace tooling when required and maintain consistent machining performance.
• Help maintain production efficiency and minimise machine downtime.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working area.
• Complete relevant production and quality records.
• Work closely with production and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Follow company procedures and all relevant health & safety requirements..

The Candidate

Previous experience as a CNC Lathe Setter / CNC Turner / CNC Setter Operator.

Strong experience setting CNC turning machinery.

The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Experience setting tooling, offsets and workholding.

Experience using precision measuring equipment for in-process inspection.

A good understanding of machining processes, tooling and cutting conditions.

The ability to identify and resolve basic production and quality issues.

A strong focus on quality, accuracy and attention to detail.

Good understanding of health & safety within a manufacturing environment.

The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

The Package

4 day working week

Opportunity to work within a precision engineering environment.

Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Long-term opportunity within an established manufacturing business.