Tool setter

HR GO Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

HR GO Recruitment is seeking a Tool Setter for a precision CNC operation in Hertfordshire. You will set tooling for CNC milling, build tools in holders and maintain tool equipment in a modern workshop serving Aerospace, Defence and Motorsport.

You must have background in CNC milling or mechanical assembly, understanding of cutters, drills and insert tools, and excellent timekeeping with attention to detail. This is a permanent role with good prospects.

Qualifications

• Background in CNC milling / mechanical / assembly.
• Good understanding of cutters, drills, insert tools, etc.
• Excellent timekeeping and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set tooling for CNC milling machines using tool setting sheets.
• Build tools in holders (cutters, drills, insert tooling, etc.).
• Break down tooling promptly at job completion.
• Keep the tool setting area clean, tidy and organised.
• Maintain tool holders so they're clean and in good working order.
• Self-manage workload to ensure tools reach machines on time.
• Order tooling and consumables as required.
• Maintain vices and other workshop equipment.

Skills

CNC milling

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Cutters

Drills

Insert tooling

Job description

Tool Setter - Precision CNC (Hertfordshire)

Love a spotless toolroom and perfect set‑ups? This one's for you.work for this excellent precision CNC manufacturing business supporting Aerospace, Defence and Motorsport . You'll be joining a modern, clinical workshop with state-of-the-art machines and a quality-first culture.

What you'll be doing:

• Set tooling for CNC milling machines using tool setting sheets
• Build tools in holders (cutters, drills, insert tooling, etc.)
• Break down tooling promptly at job completion
• Keep the tool setting area clean, tidy and organised
• Maintain tool holders so they're clean and in good working order
• Self-manage workload to ensure tools reach machines on time
• Order tooling and consumables as required
• Maintain vices and other workshop equipment

What we're looking for:

• Background in CNC milling / mechanical / assembly
• Good understanding of cutters, drills, insert tools, etc.
• Excellent timekeeping and strong attention to detail

This is a permanent job with excellent prospects. You must have current UK Right to Work to be considered.