Junior CNC Spring Maker – Fast‑Track Training & Growth

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Long Lee; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Holiday entitlement

Structured training programme

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD in Keighley, West Yorkshire, seeks an Apprentice CNC Machine Setter / Operator for a specialist precision manufacturer.

You will learn to set up CNC spring-making machinery and to measure components with verniers, gauges and basic inspection tools, progressing to a skilled role. Graduate candidates may assist with Keyence vision inspection system installation before advancing into CNC setting duties.

Qualifications

• Engineering interest and willingness to learn new skills.
• Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings advantageous.
• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.
• Full UK Driving Licence beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the set-up of CNC spring-making and bench machinery for production.
• Learn to operate CNC machinery to manufacture springs, wire forms, and pressings.
• Support experienced setters with tool changes and production set-ups.
• Monitor production output to meet customer specifications and delivery schedules.
• Carry out quality inspections using measuring equipment (verniers, gauges, 3D vision systems).
• Record production and quality data on work orders and inspection docs.
• Assist with routine machine maintenance and fault finding under supervision.
• Support continuous improvement in the manufacturing department.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and follow HSE procedures.
• Graduate engineers may assist with Keyence vision system installation before progressing.

Skills

Engineering interest

Willingness to learn

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Engineering qualification preferred

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

Verniers

Micrometers

CAD software

Job description

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD in Keighley, West Yorkshire, seeks an Apprentice CNC Machine Setter / Operator for a specialist precision manufacturer.

You will learn to set up CNC spring-making machinery and to measure components with verniers, gauges and basic inspection tools, progressing to a skilled role. Graduate candidates may assist with Keyence vision inspection system installation before advancing into CNC setting duties.